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Masonry Facts

  • Many of the great wonders of the world such as the Great Pyramids, are also made from masonry.

  • Masonry is the longest lasting of all building materials, known to last hundreds or even thousands of years.

  • The life cycle cost of masonry is the best value in building materials around the world.

  • Masonry provides excellent sound insulation, increasing privacy and comfort even in busy areas.

  • Energy conservation is as great as 35% with a masonry veneer alone.

  • Masonry responds slowly to temperature gradations, making it more energy efficient than other building materials.

  • Building with any masonry at all, offers an average of 6% higher resale value than a like home without masonry.

  • Pound per Pound Masonry is 10 times cheaper.

  • Masonry provides the best fire resistance of any building material because it cannot burn, melt or bend.

  • A masonry building requires a minimum of maintenance primarily because masonry does not rust, shatter, warp, dent, buckle or rot, and there is no need for cleaning or repainting.

  • Masonry provides the owner and designer with unequaled value and flexibility at a reasonable cost.

  • Using a Masonry System means that construction can begin immediately and continue without delay because no shop drawings are necessary.