Flagstone And Fieldstone For Walls And Paths
The varied colors of flagstone come from the natural binding material that is part of its formation. This is why flagstones and flagstone colors are specific to their region. If the dominant binding material is iron oxide, the flagstone will have ... [... more]
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Mfm Peel & Seal
Peel & Seal is a self-adhesive roofing / waterproofing membrane with a reflective aluminum surface. It's also available with a white or gray coating on the aluminum for aesthetic purposes. The membrane features multiple laminations of special ... [... more]
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Cemplank Siding
Cemplank, manufactured by FCP, is an attractive and aesthetically pleasing fiber-cement plank siding. The deep cedar-grain texture provides a genuine wood appearance with premium fiber-cement performance. The unique fiber-cement formulation ... [... more]
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Asbestos In Your Home
Most people exposed to small amounts of asbestos, as we all are in our daily lives, do not develop these health problems. However, if disturbed, asbestos material may release asbestos fibers, which can be inhaled into the lungs. The fibers can ... [... more]
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Creating And Maintaining A Stucco Exterior
Depending on the size of the job, a complete stucco finish can be applied in one day, but stucco’s curing and strengthening process can take up to 28 days. "Portland cement gains strength over the first 28 days," says Collins. It can also gain . ... [... more]
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Fiber-Cement Siding
The fiber-cement siding industry has spent years perfecting the look and finish of its product. Surface designs are created during manufacturing, when the surface is embossed with a wood grain or left smooth. "We can do any sort of architectural ... [... more]
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