Masonry construction is one of the oldest methods of creating built structures. However, the brick wall has changed considerably since the first fired clay bricks were laid nearly 8,000 years ago. To ...

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If your home improvement plans involve making changes to existing walls, you'll need to understand what kind of walls you are dealing with, especially as homes are built with multiple different types.

With timber frame construction expected to continue growing in popularity, it’s critical that any building made from the material is adequately protected against the spread of fire. Here, cavity ...

The design, detailing, and installation of brick cavity walls become more demanding as masonry construction becomes more complex. To earn 1.0 AIA CES learning units, study the article carefully and ...