Historic preservation is the only way to keep the history of Toronto alive – and Toronto is home to so much fascinating history. From archeologists to architects, a great number of experts work in the field of preservation. At Turnbull Masonry, we also work hard to preserve the history of …
Toronto sees some cold temperatures in the winter, and the materials used to construct everything from your home to your patio must be able to withstand some pretty frigid temperatures. Some materials are far better suited to handle cold weather than others. Best Building Materials for Cold Weather: Your Foundation …
Brick masonry is defined as the placement of bricks in a systematic manner using mortar to bind the bricks together and create a solid mass that can withstand a great deal of pressure. There are different types of bricks and mortars that are used to construct brick masonry. From the …
When it comes to constructing a walkway that leads to your home or throughout your yard, you are faced with a lot of different options – including concrete vs brick walkways. Concrete and brick are easily two of the most common options for walkways in Toronto, and for good reason, …
In this blog, we are going to be discussing how to tell the difference between historic lime mortar and its modern-day counterpart, cement mortar. Mortar is the material responsible for holding together brick, stone and other masonry units – it plays an incredibly important role in the stability of a …
