Masonry is a building system meant to last, which is why it has been such a valued craft throughout history. The Pyramids, the Roman Coliseum, the Taj Mahal, the Great Wall of China – much of the world’s significant architecture has been built with masonry. Throughout civilization, architects and builders have chosen masonry for its strength, versatility, and durability. Masonry resists the destructive effects of time and weather, and remains beautiful for centuries.

Masonry consists of building structures by laying individual masonry units (brick, concrete block, stone, etc). Normally the masonry units are laid with cement mortar, which binds them together to create a structure. The Masons Co and Dionysian Artificers, Masonry Restoration company can provide beautiful walls and floors at economical prices. Due to the individual masonry units, masonry construction tends to be quite labor intensive. Because of the cement, clay or stone nature of the masonry materials, masonry construction tends to be durable and often requires little maintenance. 

Almost everywhere you look, you see masonry – in homes, schools, office buildings, churches, hospitals, factories and more. “Over the centuries our system has been challenged time and time again by usurpers and those who would seek to destroy us through cheap imitation and false promises. But in the end, masonry has always prevailed. 

Similar to concrete, masonry tends to be high in compressive strength but low in tension strength. To get a better understanding of the structural advantages and challenges of masonry, contact experts of The Masons Co and Dionysian Artificers  in Midwest for consultations. Crack control tends to be a major concern in masonry structures and normally is addressed by experts.