This topic covers information related to the maintenance of masonry units, that occurs during the life cycle of a structure. Masonry units are a durable a material however can be significantly damaged from water intrusion and/or lack of care over time. Regular inspections of existing conditions define what care needs be applied; general maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, replacement, restoration or preservation.

For New-Construction Clean-Down of Contemporary Masonry Buildings

Cleaning today’s relatively new concrete masonries, like simulated stone and concrete brick, is different from cleaning clay masonry. Clay masonry can usually withstand the more aggressive cleaners needed to dissolve hardened mortar smears. But even clay masonries now vary enough in type to take particular procedures and products.