Florida: the land of sunshine, gators, sandy beaches, margaritas and concrete masonry units. The state of Florida was built on masonry or concrete construction.
The use of intumescent materials to inhibit thermal transmission and flame passage is used to provide fire protection for exposed heavy steel and is a technique that is growing in popularity for firestops and joint systems.
The most recent statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau report there are more than 126 million housing units and roughly 4.7 million commercial buildings in the United States.
Founded in 1910 by Greek immigrant families in Indianapolis, Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church has been on a continuous journey of growth and change ever since.
Moisture damage and mold growth are widespread problems that continue to plague builders, contractors and homeowners. Incorporating good moisture control practices into the design and construction of a building is the most important part of an effective mold prevention strategy.
The Alpha Chi Sigma fraternity faced a catastrophe when an original decorative plaster ceiling was destroyed by a leaky bathtub. This unit, on the second floor of the fraternity house in Ann Arbor, Mich., lacked a 35-cent washer.
Architects and designers keep exploring materials and finishes and are finding new ways to use traditional ceilings to create “high design” looks. They are a relatively small portion of all ceiling installations, but an area in which exciting things are taking place.
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