Posted by Content Team on January 18, 2021 | Comments Off on Quoin Corner Winter 2021
This edition of the Masonry & Ceramic Tile Institute’s newsletter includes: CMU Wall Performance – article analyzing the performance of a prototype integrally insulated CMU wall versus other assemblies. Information for the Annual Masonry & Ceramic Tile Institute Golf Tournament The advantages of tile Upcoming events Click below to download and view the newsletter!
Read MorePosted by admin on September 25, 2020 | Comments Off on Quoin Corner Summer Fall 2020
Fire Safety By Harold Friberg Executive Director “Massive fire decimates apartment building under construction on Everett waterfront” ¹ was the headline on July 17, 2020 following a devastating fire that destroyed a four story wood frame multi-family complex under construction in Everett, WA. Firefighters were able to save a second building under construction nearby from […]
Read MorePosted by admin on March 4, 2020 | Comments Off on Quoin Corner Spring Summer
Thin Brick By Harold Friberg Executive Director Clay thin brick are primarily manufactured from the same materials and with some of the same manufacturing process as traditional full size brick, but are thinner therefore weighing less. When manufactured to meet the requirements of ASTM C-1088, thin veneer brick, range in thickness starting at ½” and […]
Read MorePosted by admin on September 24, 2019 | Comments Off on Initial Cost of Construction
Introduction For the Portland, Oregon cost comparison it was decided to use union wages based on the local construction climate. The reader is referred to the Initial Cost of Construction Study, Multi-Residential Structures, October 2017 original report for a complete discussion on study design and methodology. (See www.buildingstudies.org.) Study Results and Discussion The results of […]
Read MorePosted by admin on August 8, 2019 | Comments Off on Why The Resilience Of Masonry Is Even More Relevant For Future Buildings
Masonry has long been regarded as the best solution for building purposes for centuries, and yet as technology and knowledge grows and develops there could be some people who feel that it is time to find a better more modern set of materials. After all, masonry was used to build such iconic architectural achievements as […]
Read MorePosted by admin on May 31, 2019 | Comments Off on Gorgeous and Adaptable: Exploring the Beauty and Versatility of Using Masonry to Create Commercial Buildings
As you walk along most large city blocks, you can see the detailed work of a skilled craftsman known as a mason. Not to be confused with the religious Freemasons, masonry is one of the oldest trades in human history and is just as much an art form as it is a design achievement. From […]
Read MorePosted by admin on May 8, 2019 | Comments Off on QUOIN CORNER
Click here to read the Quoin Corner newsletter in it’s original pdf format. Resiliency or Sustainability or Both We look at the pictures of the devastation that took place in 2018 and we see very few buildings that resisted the hurricane force winds and the wildfires in California practically destroyed everything in their path. The […]
Read MorePosted by admin on March 25, 2019 | Comments Off on 2019 Brick and Tile Design Trends
Tiles are one of the best surfaces in a home, as they provide many different advantages, they are hard wearing, easy to clean and ideal for areas that service a lot of foot traffic. Tile designers have spent many years coming up with innovative new colors and patterns, but 2019 is due to introduce some […]
Read MorePosted by admin on February 28, 2019 | Comments Off on How Low-Cost Tile Can Provide a High-End Look
When looking to add great value to a home, some of the best places to start include the bathroom and kitchen spaces. New flooring is a big part of these renovations, and tile really adds amazing worth. However, the biggest problem with tile is the expense. Fortunately, there are amazing inexpensive options that you should […]
Read MorePosted by admin on January 1, 2019 | Comments Off on QUOIN CORNER
Masonry & Ceramic Tile Institute of Oregon Project Showcase Construction was robust in 2018 and our member contractors and suppliers were very busy. We thought it would be great to share some pictures of the projects that they were busy with. These undertakings are in various stages of construction or were recently completed. The diverse […]
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