July 2011
Volume 50, Number 7

FEATURES

Moisture Management
The importance of moisture management in below-grade construction

Mortars, Mixtures and Staining
A case study in Vail, Colo., focuses on the use of Type S mortar and core-fill grout.

Nonresidential Energy Code Compliance with Concrete Masonry Walls
Thermal mass is the energy saver in masonry buildings

Power Tools
A look at some of the latest and greatest power tools that can make the job of the mason contractor easier and more efficient