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July 2006 Volume 45, Number 7 FEATURES Cool New Tools: Innovative Masonry Products for 2006 From ingenious inventions for holding things still to clever devices that help get work done even faster, the sky's the limit with this year's additions to masons' tools.

High, Low and In-between:
An Update on Grout for Masonry
There have been quite a few recent changes to masonry grout. An expert joins us to give an update — including self-consolidated and extended-set grout, low- and high-lift grouting specifications — and how these things affect the bottom line for mason contractors.

Choosing Cleaning Equipment?
Don't Expect Easy Answers
Pressure washers and "steam" cleaners are typically used to remove layers of dirt from masonry prior to completing renovation and remodeling. But which units are both environmentally friendly and clean best? We'll check with some experts to find out where they stand on the issues.

COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS
From the Editor
President's Message
Government Affairs
Making The Grade
New Products
Contractor to Contractor
KMI Annual Architectural Awards
Arizona Masonry Guild Village Awards
Full Contact Project Management
Masonry News
Classified Advertising