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June 2004 Volume 43, Number 6 FEATURES Repointing: How to Properly Restore Old Buildings What does it take to make a centuries-old Georgian or Victorian brick building's joints look like new? Learn step-by-step how to perform some tricky mortar restoration techniques from an expert.

Retaining Walls are Reaching New Heights with Consumers
Retaining walls are turning into one of the hottest niches of the masonry market. Discover the different types of retaining walls and what will work best for you and your client.

Raising Scaffolding's Return on Investment
Motorized work platforms are the workhorses for many of the larger job sites. Discover how they've been used to get mason contractors where they need to be.

Improving the Industry, One Innovation at a Time
Many of the innovations in the industry have come from those who know it best — the masons and mason contractors who live it every day. Find out more about these mud slingers turned entrepreneurs.

COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS
From the Editor
President's Message
Government Affairs
Making the Grade
Contractor-to-Contractor
The MC&MCA 22nd Annual Awards
The Tucker Awards
Insurance Issues
Masonry News
Classified Advertising