It's not easy to blame people who believe that a strong brick wall can forever stand the test of time. These walls, after all, are made of materials that are not easily destroyed, unless dealt with an ...

Q: You have written about spalling or flaking bricks and why they’re that way. You said a cap of stone, wood or metal is needed to keep rain and snow out. Would you please explain what kind of cap you ...

Q: I read your interesting piece on who is responsible for unit damage due to water leakage in a common element roof. What about a somewhat similar scenario involving the exposed interior brick wall ...

As building materials go, a bag of soot is one of the less glamorous - but if applied correctly, it can improve the appearance and value of your home. The way to use soot is to mix it up in a bucket ...