Made of recycled rubber and plastic, Azek Pavers feel firm but have some give
Unstable brick is tied to the floor framing with standard hold downs, threaded rod, and compression plates
Diagnose the flashing flaws that allow moisture to get into the cavity and ruin sheathing, framing, and interior finishes, then correct them once and for all.
Masonry products made with sustainable manufacturing methods.
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Prevent excessive stormwater runoff and earn LEED points for your project.
Vast's Composite Pavers are made almost entirely from recycled materials - mostly scrap tires and plastic bottles - and weigh one-third as much as traditional brick or concrete.
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Adding PolyPavement soil solidifier to dirt creates a waterproof drivable surface, says the maker, providing a ready alternative to asphalt and concrete paths, drives, and parking areas.
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Q. I'm rehabbing an old brick house in Charleston, W.V. I want to insulate the exterior walls, which are balloon-framed with 2x4s, unsheathed, and finished with brick. There's a 1- to 2-inch air space between the 11/2-story-high frame wall and the brick siding, and a weep system at the base of the...
To ensure a watertight job, don’t skimp on the underlayment.
Despite the inherent strength of brick, a brick veneer wall is not invulnerable during a storm. If the wind blows hard enough, poorly secured brick veneer can literally crumble. And because bricks and mortar are porous, they can transmit moisture to the main wall if that wall has not been properly...
For a smooth surface, cut the stones to fit and float them into place.
Tall-Wall Studs ~ Breathable Roofs~ Paperless Drywall ~ Screws for Composite Decking
Keeping an eye on chimneys
For doors with applied casings, simple flashings made from self-healing membrane serve the same purpose as fins
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Q. What causes nail pops in asphalt roofing shingles? Where I live, in the South, this seems to be a common occurrence. Is this an expansion/contraction problem? Are the wrong kinds of nails being used?
Asphalt shingles; heating and cooling equipment; home automation
Custom concrete pavers
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Drainage EIFS * Brick veneer * Wood deck ledger * Flashing a window