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Concrete Masonry Buildings
Break New Ground with a Time-Tested Material
Masonry combines beautiful design possibilities with versatility and value, durability and low maintenance, in any size, style, or climate. Choose from the building categories shown below to learn more.

The Masonry Society recently released the 5th Edition of the Masonry Designer’s Guide (MDG5). This book provides comprehensive coverage, extensive code references, and numerous practical examples. Click here to purchase.

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Get information on block, brick, stucco, mortars, and cements for masonry. Real life examples show how they resist disasters.

An assortment of Concrete Masonry Units (CMUs)

Learn what experts have to say about working with masonry. Use these hands-on tips to educate your workforce and make your job easier. More. Spreading mortar over bricks with a trowel

Got a design issue? Here’s a starting point for specifiers on everything from building codes to specific material properties of mortars, masonry, and related items. More. Designer and Specifier's Site

Here's a list of PCA's most popular masonry publications. Easily locate the Trowel Tips series, other technical information sheets, and 16 years’ worth of Masonry Today newsletter articles. More.

The updated and expanded sixth edition reflects state-of-the-practice for concrete masonry construction. More.

When you’re looking for help, the masonry frequently asked questions, or FAQs, are a good resource. More.

Hydraulic cements, including portland, masonry, plastic, and blended cements, are readily available throughout the country. If you need help locating cements for masonry projects, use this searchable database to identify sales offices serving particular locations. Click here.

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