Construction Solutions Blog

Congratulations to 2021 Wall Systems Master Contractors
We are pleased to congratulate the first group of contractors that have achieved Master Contractor status for 2021.

Master Builders Solutions teams up with Boral Stone Division
Master Builders Solutions is proud to team up with Boral Stone Division, the producers of North America’s most recognized brands of manufactured stone veneer.

Cold Weather Construction Solutions
As we move into the winter months, here are some construction solutions designed to perform in cold weather.

Let's Talk Concrete Livestream Recording - Concrete Placement and Finishability
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Arcadia ICR Group & the Single Source Solution to Masonry Installation
Contractor, consultant and building industry expert witness Todd Alford on the solution to the issues surrounding wire lath systems for brick and stone.

Master Builders Solutions Launches Aesthetic Rendering Tools
Master Builders Solutions is making it easier than ever for architects, designers, building owners & contractors to achieve the required design look & feel with the launch of the Aesthetic Rendering Tool.

Let's Talk Concrete Livestream Recording - Hot Weather Concreting
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Norwood Stucco declares Senergy’s Insulated Masonry Veneer System a Gamechanger
With the introduction of the Insulated Masonry Veneer System from Senergy Wall Systems, Norwood Stucco finds the solution to the challenges of installing stone facades.

Service King Achieves a Metallic Facade Without ACM
Using value engineering, SK Plastering created the look of metallic panels with Senergy’s Metallic Effects.

Let's Talk Concrete - Shotcrete and Waterproofing for Civil and Underground Applications
Register to join on Wed. Nov. 18 for a Let's Talk Concrete! Livestream on shotcrete and waterproofing for civil and underground applications.

Let's Talk Concrete Livestream Recording - Chemical Grouts in Underground Construction
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Trinity DPS Rescues Hotel Project
A costly building reframing would have been the only choice, but Trinity DPS finds a better way with Senergy’s Insulated Masonry Veneer System.
Let's Talk Concrete - Durable Concrete Slabs with Extended Joint Spacing
Register to join on Wed. Nov 4 for a Let's Talk Concrete! Livestream on creating durable concrete slabs with extended joint spacing.

Let's Talk Concrete Livestream Recording - Sustainability: EPDs and Eco-Efficiency Analysis
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Master Builders Solutions Learning Portal Now Available
Access our on-demand tech talks featuring our technical experts on a variety of topics including sealants, concrete repair, deck membranes and more.

Let's Talk Concrete Livestream Recording - Troubleshooting Air in Concrete
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Let's Talk Concrete Livestream Recording - Returned Concrete Management
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Let's Talk Concrete - Cold Weather Concreting
Register to join on Wed. Oct. 7 for a Let's Talk Concrete! Livestream on cold weather concreting.

Let's Talk Concrete - Mitigating Efflorescence in Masonry
Register to join on Wed. Oct. 21 for a Let's Talk Concrete! Livestream on mitigating efflorescence in masonry.

Let's Talk Concrete! Livestream Recording - Concrete Cracking
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Let's Talk Concrete - Full Event Schedule
Join Master Builders Solutions for Let's Talk Concrete! Livestreams. View the full event schedule and register to attend.
Video: Concrete is Everywhere
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Let's Talk Concrete! Livestream Recording - Extended Joint Spacing
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Video: Can Call-Backs Become Costly?
How costly can call-backs for a concrete repair become? Watch this video to learn more.
Video: Is Cutting Costs Worth It?
Is cutting costs on a concrete repair project ever worth it? Watch this short video to learn more.

Let's Talk Concrete! Livestream Recording - Self-Consolidating Concrete
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Video: Square Shoulder vs. Feather-Edging
When performing a concrete repair, is it better to use a square shoulder or feather-edge? Watch this short video to learn more.
Let's Talk Concrete - High Performance Concrete
Register to join on Wed. Sept. 9 for a Let's Talk Concrete! Livestream on high performance concrete.
Let's Talk Concrete - Preventing Concrete Scaling
Register to join on Wed. Sept. 23 for a Let's Talk Concrete! Livestream on preventing concrete scaling.
Video: Choosing the Right Shape for Concrete Repairs
What is the best shape to use for a concrete repair? Watch this short video to learn more.

Let's Talk Concrete! Livestream Recording - Intro to Admixtures
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Let's Talk Concrete - Integrally Colored Concrete
Register to join on Wed. July 22 for a Let's Talk Concrete! Livestream on integrally colored concrete.

Pre-Extended Mortar: A Contractor's Secret Weapon
Using extended mortar from a reputable manufacturer saves the time, money and headaches of sourcing aggregate separately.
Video: How Does Rebar Affect Durability?
How does using rebar affect the durability of concrete? Watch this short video to learn more.
Video: Challenges of Repairing Cracked Concrete
What are some of the challenges and considerations you should think of before repairing cracked concrete? Watch this short video.

Let's Talk Concrete - Integral Waterproofing for Concrete
Register to join on Wed. Aug. 5 for a Let's Talk Concrete! Livestream on integral waterproofing for concrete.
Let's Talk Concrete - Returned Concrete Management
Register to join on Wed. Aug. 19 for a Let's Talk Concrete! Livestream on returned concrete management.

Let's Talk Concrete - Concrete Placement and Finishability
Register to join on Wed. July 8 for a Let's Talk Concrete! Livestream on concrete placement and finishability.
Video: Why Do Concrete Repairs Crack?
Why would a section of repaired concrete crack? Watch this short video, the first in our series of Concrete Conversations videos, to learn why.

Why it Pays to Personalize Traffic Coatings
Personalized traffic coatings protect your structure and deliver lasting impressions to customers.

Customer Spotlight: Summit Sealants
Summit Sealants creates high quality concrete repairs in the most challenging climates.

Customer Spotlight: Carl Walker Construction
Carl Walker Construction specializes in optimizing customers’ parking solutions; we specialize in helping them do it