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Here's how the magnificence of concrete
block masonry can add to the value of your new office, home, school, church, etc.
One of the oldest and most proven of all
building materials, concrete masonry, is still used today in a multitude of applications.
These range from sophisticated commercial construction to the most innovative residential
design. The reasons for the long lasting popularity of this material are clear:
First of all, concrete masonry is
easy to work with. The individual units are manufactured for uniformity both in
appearance and strength, making their assembly predictable and reliable.
Concrete masonry is easy to
maintain. It is extremely weather resistant and takes little upkeep. Also,
concrete masonry offers the homeowner the security of being fire-resistant.
Perhaps versatility is concrete
masonry's best selling point. It lends itself to both interior and exterior
uses. It can be used structurally or simply applied as an attractive exterior or
interior veneer.
With continuing interest in
passive
solar design, concrete masonry has found a place as an easily installed thermal
storage material. Vertical surfaces as well as heat storing floors can be made of concrete
masonry.
Concrete has even found its way onto the
roof. It's longer lasting
than either wood or
asphalt shingles and easier to install than clay roof tile.
Concrete masonry is now available in a
large number of surface finishes, unit sizes and colors, making the material more
versatile than it has ever been before. So, past, present and future, concrete
masonry continues to find a place in our evolving architectural landscape. |
