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The Creativity of Brick Matching: The Future of Brick Additions

This one-hour, on-demand program teaches participants how to make new construction match existing masonry. Participants will observe a number of projects in which matching was attempted and discover why some failed and others succeeded.

Topics include selecting the right brick, making use of the physical brick-blending process, selecting a masonry coloring process, and specifying matching masonry in architectural plans. The presenter is an expert on the subject matter with over 30 years of hands-on experience in the brick industry.

FOR AIA Credit or to get your Certificate of Completion:

1. Watch the one-hour audio-visual class packed with striking images of masonry problems and solutions

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2. Register & take online quiz

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Lifetime Warranty

LIFETIME WARRANTY

Masonry is among the longest-lasting building materials on the planet, and that doesn't change when you choose our proprietary staining system. We believe that, and that's why we put our money where our mouth is. Unless a coating is applied, or there is an Act of God, we stand behind a lifetime warranty for our brick stains on absorbent masonry.

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Architectural Specs

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Section 042510 – UNIT “Masonry Staining”

General

Section Includes

Brush applied Proven masonry Stain applied to porous exterior surfaces including:

Related Sections

Division 4 Section “Masonry Restoration and Cleaning”

Unit Masonry Section 04-20-00

Product Data

Manufacturer’s technical information, and if needed, instructions for handling and storing exterior masonry stain.

Benchmark Samples

Provide up to five color enhanced loose units that represent the overall color range to determine closest approved sample matching to existing masonry. A field sample can be created on a 10 sq. ft. area to be determined by the owner and the architect on the actual surface of the building to be stained.

Qualification Data

For Applicator

Proof of Longevity

Submit 10 jobs over 15 years:

A. The date of work completion

B. The precise location of the job including description of the structure stained and exact street address

C. Name of Product used

D. Before and After Pictures

Manufacturer Qualifications

Minimum 20 years’ experience and successful in-service performance in applying a Ceramic Based Proven Masonry Stain.

Applicator Qualifications

A firm experienced in applying a Ceramic Based Proven Masonry Stain, design and extent to those indicated for this project. Whose company has resulted in applications with a record of successful in-service performance that exceeds 20 years.

Temperature Limitations

Apply Stains only when temperatures of surfaces to be stained and the surrounding air are between 45 degrees F (7 degrees C) and 100 degrees F (32 degrees C).

Weather Limitations

Do not apply stain in snow, rain, dense fog or mist; when the relative humidity exceeds 95%, also do not apply to damp or wet surfaces. Allow wet surfaces to dry thoroughly and attain temperature and conditions specified before starting or continuing with application.

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Contact Information

Masonry Cosmetics, Inc.

3210 Sugar Maple Business Ct, South Bend, IN 46628

Tel: 574-234-1812

Fax: 574-234-2240

masonrycosmetics.com

Basis of Design

Ceramic based stain shall contain a colored “talcum powder” consistency (80-100 mesh) pigment, identical to natural pigments used in brick manufacturing, a proprietary bonding chemical and water. The water shall act as a carrying agent to feed the pigment and bonding chemical into the pore structure of the masonry units. The bonding chemical changes from a liquid to a solid state during and after the drying process.

Once Applied

Materials once applied should not leave a visible sheen or film on masonry unit.

VOC Content

VOC Content is to be very low, and have an estimated value of 0.01 g/g

Execution

General

Remove hardware, machined surfaces, lighting fixtures and similar items already installed that are not being stained. If removal is impractical or impossible because of size and weight of the item, provide surface- applied protection before surface preparation and staining.

1. After completing staining operations, reinstall items removed using workers skilled in trades involved.

Surface Preparation

Clean and prepare surfaces to be stained according to manufacturer’s written instructions for each particular substrate condition and as specified.

1. Remove surface dirt, oil or grease by washing with a detergent solution recommended by masonry manufacturer; rinse thoroughly with clean water and allow to dry.

2. Walls will need to be free of any acid or cleaning solution residue prior to any staining. Keeping the PH level on the wall as close to neutral as possible.

3. Ensure structurally sound surfaces that are dry, clean and free of the following: dirt, moisture, loose particles, oil, grease, asphalt, tar, paint, wax, rust, waterproofing, curing and parting compounds and other foreign matter.

Mixing

Mix and prepare stains according to the manufacturer’s written instructions. Stir stain thoroughly before applying and frequently during application to maintain color consistency.

1. Maintain containers used in mixing and application in a clean condition, free of foreign materials and residue.

2. Stir mixture before application to insure all materials stay suspended. Stir as required during application.

Minimum Application Rate

Apply stain to manufacturer’s recommended required rate measured by bricks stained per brush to ensure proper penetration. Apply aqueous slurry (Proven Masonry Stain) with brush individually to each masonry unit, maintaining the integrity of the mortar (by artistic means).

1. Do not apply stain on surfaces that are not sufficiently dry. If succeeding application is needed, ensure that the surface is dry before re-applying.

2. Apply all stain with a 100% polyester brush by hand to provide a uniform blending of color to the masonry wall.

3. No spraying or rolling of materials allowed.

Structural Cleanup

After completing staining, clean window glass and other surfaces. Remove splattered stain by proper methods without scratching or damaging adjacent finished surfaces.

Disposal

Dispose of excess materials according to state, federal and local governmental regulations.

Workspace

At the end of each work day, remove empty cans, rags, rubbish and other discarded materials from the project site.

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