Vibing Masonry #5 - The Evolution of Concrete Masonry Units: From Ancient Foundations to Modern Innovations
April 2025

Early Development: The Genesis of Concrete Blocks (early Rome to 1900s) The history of concrete masonry units (CMUs) or concrete blocks begins with humanity’s earliest binding materials, notably the Romans’ remarkable concrete. Around AD 125, structures l

Westlake Royal Building Products™ Introduces New Board & Batten Profile for Royal® and Exterior Portfolio® Vinyl Siding Lines
April 2025

Westlake Royal Building Products™ (“Westlake Royal”), a Westlake company (NYSE: WLK), has introduced a next-generation Board & Batten profile for its Royal® and Exterior Portfolio® vinyl siding lines. Maintaining the timeless charm of Board & Batten whil

New Mid-America® Gable Vents From Westlake Royal Building Products™ Combine Architectural Style With Easy Installation
April 2025

Westlake Royal Building Products™ (“Westlake Royal”), a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), is introducing four new gable vents to its Mid-America® line of exterior siding accessories. The new gable vents offer several advantages over alternative gable vents, in

Material Use: Emphasizing Color and Texture with Hardscapes
February 2023

Material Use: Emphasizing Color and Texture with Hardscapes

Masonry Strong: Workforce
January 2023

Masonry for Owners Masonry is the best choice in many ways, such as increasing resale value while ultimately saving on sustainability.

Masonry Strong: Owner
January 2023

Masonry for Owners Masonry is the best choice in many ways, such as increasing resale value while ultimately saving on sustainability.

Masonry Strong: Architect
January 2023

Masonry is not only predominately aesthetic, but creates a building fit for any potential adversity. MASONRY STRONG's resources highlight the benefits of masonry for your next project.

Belgard® Reveals 2023 Colors of the Year: Tidepool and Seagrass
December 2022

Belgard® Reveals 2023 Colors of the Year: Tidepool and Seagrass

NXT GEN: Scott Cornelius
March 2022

NXT GEN: Scott Cornelius

AIAS FORUM Denver Recap
March 2022

AIAS FORUM Denver Recap

Optimize Outdoor Spaces With The Winter Season In Mind
February 2022

Optimize Outdoor Spaces With The Winter Season In Mind

Prairie View A&M University’s Agriculture and Business Multipurpose Building
May 2021

Prairie View A&M University’s Agriculture and Business Multipurpose Building

Retaining Walls Present A Promising Opportunity
May 2021

Retaining Walls Present A Promising Opportunity

A Look At Detroit Medical Center's Sinai-Grace Hospital
February 2021

A Look At Detroit Medical Center's Sinai-Grace Hospital

Mirage Stoneworks: A Case of Italian-Trained Masonry Service in Detroit, MI.
February 2021

Mirage Stoneworks: A Case of Italian-Trained Masonry Service in Detroit, MI.

Keeping Masonry Strong: A Brick Matching Case Study
February 2021

Keeping Masonry Strong: A Brick Matching Case Study