Links on the art and history of masonry

   •   Masonry - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
   •   More Info on Masonry History
   •   Mason Contractors Association of America
   •   International Masonry Institute
   •   International Union of Bricklayers and  Allied Craftworkers
   •   National Concrete Masonry Association
   •   www.pavestone.com
   •   www.leebrickandblock.com 
   •   www.pinehallbrick.com
   •   www.generalshale.com
   •   www.brick.com
   •   www.boralbricks.com

MASONRY is the art of building in stone. It is one of the most durable forms of construction, and most beautiful.

The common materials of masonry construction are brick, stone such as marble, granite, travertine, limestone; concrete block, glass block, and tile. Masonry is generally a highly durable form of construction. However, the materials used, the quality of the mortar and workmanship, and the pattern the units are assembled in can strongly affect the durability of the overall masonry construction.

Masonry units, such as brick, tile, stone, glass brick or concrete block generally conform to the requirements specified in the 2005 International Building Code (IBC) Section 2103.