Lightweight concrete masonry unit made with Big River's expanded clay lightweight aggregate Lightweight aggregate can be used in several ways to make concrete lighter and safer while also boosting ...

Fully illustrating the major classes of integral mechanical attachments, this invaluable book explains how they work, and how they can be put to use to save time and money.

Forget the traditional grill. Make a rocket stove for your outdoor area using five concrete blocks. This project is simple, budget friendly, and functional.

Concrete and masonry are two of the most widely used building materials in the world. Brick and stone structures date back to pre-historic times, and it is the durability of these materials which ...

Few cities test a building’s limits like Chicago. From frigid winters and scorching summers to lake-driven winds and dense urban conditions, it’s a proving ground for materials. That’s why architects, ...