Terrazzo and Vapor Barriers
Controlling Moisture is Critical
The evolution of terrazzo from a cementitious system to epoxy brings a new concern: controlling moisture. While the cement system developed centuries ago allowed moisture to naturally migrate from the ground or concrete slab and then escape, epoxy-based terrazzo systems do not breathe. That means that if the concrete slab or space below is not controlled, and moisture rises up, epoxy terrazzo will usually fail.
Tile, Marble & Terrazzo
For performance and life cycle advantages, tile,marble and terrazzo are the most durable and beautiful finishes.
Fall Protection
According to OSHA-1926 Subpart M, fall protection is required whenever the threat of a fall 6 feet or more to a lower level is present…
ASTM Chippage Limits for Brick
ASTM standards C 216 (for facing brick), C 652 (for hollow brick) and C 1088 (for thin brick) spell out the acceptable amount of chip page…
Structural Masonry
Masonry is beautiful. Its warmth, variety and hand-crafted appeal have never gone out of style…
What Does IMI Do?
The International Masonry Institute (IMI), a strategic alliance of the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers (BAC) and…