Masonry Magazine November 2012 Page. 6

Words: John Smith
Masonry Magazine November 2012 Page. 6

Masonry Magazine November 2012 Page. 6
MASONRY
November 2012 | Vol. 51, No. 11

Shown on the cover is the Lakewood Cemetery Garden Mausoleum in Minneapolis, winner of the Institutional category of the 2012 MCAA TEAM Awards. The mason contractor was Mortenson Construction, the architect was AHGA Architects & Engineers, the GC was Mortenson Construction, the supplier was Cold Spring Granite Co., and the owner is Lakewood Cemetery.

Photo courtesy of Paul Crosby Architectural Photography

features
18 Air Barriers: Impermeable or Permeable?
Architects and engineers are faced with the challenge of selecting an air barrier from the many types available. Masonry reports.

26 Green Building
A case study focuses on how blended cements aid in sustainable design and construction.

30 Natural Stone
Learn how Indiana limestone is restored on buildings and structures that have been damaged by age, neglect and use.

36 Patching: Extending the life of masonry
Understanding the products available for patching lets you make better selections for each condition.

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columns & departments
6 From The Editor

8 Chairman's Message

10 Government Affairs

12 New Products

14 MCAA Midyear Meeting Wrap-up

42 Full Contact PM

44 Classified Advertising

45 News

46 New Members

48 MCAA Upcoming Education

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