Updated by MAPEI’s Technical Services team, the Tech Talk blog is devoted to sharing practical advice and cutting-edge knowledge for the flooring and construction industry.
A new K-12 school brings relief to its community – whether alleviating crowding or offering a beacon of opportunity and advancement. Designing schools with manufactured stone veneer offers a number of advantages that can help education projects look…
Stress is a part of our daily lives, and we spend many of our waking hours trying to minimize the many adverse effects it has on our lives. Thankfully, the principles of biophilic design can have just as much influence over our anxiety levels as…
Manufactured stone veneer (MSV) has long since proven itself to be a go-to building material across residential and commercial interiors and exteriors, sought after for its looks, durability, and installation efficiencies. Yet some misconceptions…
One of the biggest benefits of manufactured stone veneer is the sheer number of styles, profiles, and colors. With seemingly endless options replicating what’s found in nature, there’s a look for every home and every taste. However, this can make…
Photo courtesy: Eldorado Stone One of the many benefits of using manufactured stone veneer (MSV) versus natural stone is the broad array of color options, no matter your project’s location and geography. But how do you go about choosing manufactured…
The newly released 2024 Cost vs. Value (CVV) report from Zonda Media highlights manufactured stone veneer (MSV) as a standout performer, underscoring its relevance and value in the masonry and hardscaping industry. Comparing this year’s findings…
Every year, MAPEI manufactures new and improved products from mortars to adhesives, mostly due to the influx of new flooring materials that are being introduced from time to time. Advancements and constantly changing styles dictate that the industry…
It might be tempting to hear the word “stone” and assume that manufactured stone veneer lends itself only to more traditional, rustic-style projects. But while stone certainly offers a natural feel, the vast array of manufactured stone profiles…
Photo courtesy: Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association In a game-changing move, changes have been made to masonry codes to introduce new options for designing and constructing adhered masonry veneers that will have a significant impact on how…
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