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Since 1995, a nationwide network of Oldcastle manufacturing facilities has produced Belgard interlocking pavers, paving stone and garden wall products. These products include the traditional and antiqued paver and wall series. All Belgard products have a long history of successful applications on thousands of residential and commercial projects throughout the United States and Canada. |
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New Masonry Veneer Breaks into Ohio Market to Make Building Simpler and More Beautiful
DUFFERIN® Stone offers the look and charm of natural stone at an affordable installed cost, bringing durable refinement to homes across Ohio.
AKRON, OHIO (April 25, 2005) - Akron Brick and Block is pleased to offer Ohio's construction community a new and distinguishing building tool with the introduction of DUFFERIN® Stone. This masonry veneer provides the distinctive look of natural stone, in both color and texture, with an antiqued finish and has a versatile design that allows for both exterior and interior applications.
"DUFFERIN Stone is a high-quality masonry veneer that offers builders a limitless array of design options," said Greg Jacot, Akron Brick and Block's Vice President of Sales, Northeast Ohio. "Akron Brick and Block is delighted to be selling this product because we believe it will be a true asset to builders throughout Ohio. Its variety of color options and rich textures, coupled with its unique appearance instantly increases curb appeal and the value of any building, all with easy installation and an affordable installed price."
Buildings of every style, period and magnitude can be conceived and created with DUFFERIN Stone, used either as a full exterior cladding or as an accent. The variety of different patterns, color blends and rich textures, which suit any taste, can be combined and customized to convey individual style and character. Each building can be further
distinguished by utilizing either recessed or flush joints and angled or surround stone, which can be placed around door and window openings to add an authentic appearance.
DUFFERIN Stone also makes it easy to bring the outside inside. The stone's modular design lends itself to use in an indoor fireplace or wine cellar that replicates the outdoor look of the house, increasing value and preserving the continuity of style.
Working with DUFFERIN stone is efficient and just as simple as building with brick. Builders can employ a masonry team to install the stone rather than having to contract with a trained specialist. Every quarry-like piece in the product line has a four-inch thick veneer and is laid using mortar, creating a cost-effective alternative to natural stone that enables builders to construct distinctive homes using standardized products and labor.
DUFFERIN Stone can be trusted to provide distinguishing style and elegance for generations to come. The stone's color will never fade due to the unique production process that disperses the pigments throughout the entire stone. And, the masonry veneer was designed to endure all types of weather and elements, such as rain, snow, de-icing salts, acid rain, heat and cold, making the finished product durable and maintenance-free, to stand the test of time.
All of DUFFERIN Stone's unique building options and styles are now readily available to builders throughout Ohio, and can be purchased statewide from Akron Brick and Block's exclusive network of dealers. Akron Brick and Block is an Oldcastle Architectural company, which is the largest concrete products manufacturer in North
America. Please call 1-800-589-BLOK (2565) to find the DUFFERIN Stone dealer nearest you or visit www.dufferinstone.com for additional details. Visit www.oldcastle.com to learn more about the other products and services offered by Oldcastle Architectural.
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Oldcastle Architectural, Inc. is a leading supplier of building materials. The company is comprised of many major product groups including concrete block, pavers, patio blocks, ornamental concrete, brick, packaged cement mixes and roof tile. Oldcastle APG operates as one division of Oldcastle, Inc., the leading producer of aggregates and concrete products in the United States.
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Oldcastle® is an industry leader in quality manufactured hardscaping materials & fine architectural building products. The Architectural Products Group of member manufacturers now operate over 40 plants located in 25 states throughout the United States and Canada.
Oldcastle® has grown to become one of the top building material companies in North America with more than $12.3 billion in sales in 2006. Utilization of centralized best practices, combined with local leadership and product awareness has made Oldcastle the industry's leading masonry, concrete, glass and specialty distribution solutions provider.
Belgard Architectural Products Group provides a wide range of architectural masonry and concrete products including interlocking concrete pavers, block retaining walls and masonry wall veneers to homeowners, contractors, builders, dealers, designers and engineers alike. Belgard pavers and retaining walls are manufactured to the highest quality and standards in the industry. For more information:
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