An accent wall can transform a room, but the options out there can be overwhelming. We've rounded up a few ideas to get you ...

Jennifer K. Dear Jennifer: The types of walls you have are called brick veneer. The 2x4 studded insulated wall supports the house and the brick is added just as an exterior covering. It serves a ...

How can a wall structure that appears to be so rock-solid under normal circumstances fail during windstorms? Poor construction techniques and improper material selection are the most common causes for ...

Identify the basic components of a brick veneer cavity wall and explain their function as part of the larger assembly. + Develop an appropriate inspection and maintenance program for brick masonry ...

The veneer also covers the face of ... blade saws cut stones about 3/4 inch thick (wall stone is typically 8 inches) and bricks 1/2 inch (brick is usually 4 inches), says Terry LeSage, spokesman ...