
These CMUs and concrete facing brick are manufactured using up to 30 percent post-consumer recycled glass as a portland cement substitute, and an average of 50 percent post-consumer recycled masonry aggregrate from local sources in the Northeast. According to the manufacturer, compared to conventional CMUs and brick, they require less energy to produce, are stronger, and have greater moisture and chemical resistance. Kingston Block & Masonry...

Now anyone can afford to have durable, long lasting, decorative concrete in and around their home without the high cost and hassle of tearing out and replacing old concrete. Xtreme Resurfacing is quickly becoming the leader in the concrete restoration business. This material is being looked at in so many new ways. Not only is Xtreme Resurfacing getting more calls from general contractors, but now Xtreme Resurfacing is getting just as many calls from...

A fabulous future lifestyle on the Fairy Hills fringe is perfectly presented for a discerning family to forge with this superb English-style clinker brick residence tucked away in a convenient cul-de-sac. Tastefully renovated preserving original 1930s character while adding quality contemporary touches: the family-friendly north-facing garden viewed from the rear of this irresistible home features an outstanding, fully-landscaped alfresco zone ideal...

Find your place in the Californian Sun! Set in around 653sqms of lush & lovely tank-watered north-facing gardens, this solid-brick Californian Bungalow offers a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom floorplan, fine formal rooms & endless space to extend. Graced with gorgeous period detail including baltic pine floors & decorative ceilings, this period perfect beauty features separate lounge & dining rooms plus a rear sun-lobby opening to a paved...
There is something very special about brick. It’s not only beautiful to look at. It’s big in the sustainability stakes and has the ability to adapt as a building changes use. It also beats just about any other cladding material on price according to independent research. The findings are especially valuable right now, given that contractors are experiencing soaring costs and longer lead times for many rival cladding materials. Brick has long been...