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A SOLID FOUNDATION... THE BEGINNING
The course of masonry’s history transcends back in time to
civilizations. Man’s creative genius transformed sand and stone
structures to safeguard their families and possessions from their
enemies. Solid, dependable walls, towers, bridges and roads
employing masonry evolved. Later, designs incorporated practical and
ornate arches and domes. Not only did the product receive acclaim,
but communities highly regarded masons for their skilled hands and
craft in shaping cathedrals and other buildings of social and
religious significance.
  
Time
and ingenuity advanced masonry. Machines began to replace manual
production of masonry units. Product ingredients became more
consistent, creating stronger, more durable concrete masonry units.
Color started to appear. Textures were created. Unit sizes evolved.
Masonry staked its claim as a primary building source because of its
structural integrity, permanence and beauty. With every generation
through every century, masonry has become increasingly appreciated as
the building product of choice.
Masonry has outlived its people but not its purpose! |
