Updated December 16, 2024
And just like that, winter is back! Here’s an updated list of the go-to guidelines and practices for cold weather masonry construction:
The Brick Industry Association provides information on all things brick, including Technical Note 1: Hot and Cold Weather Construction. This document outlines strategies for planning and implementing best practices to improve performance of masonry during extreme weather conditions.
The Concrete and Masonry Hardscapes Association (previously the National Concrete Masonry Association) publishes technical resources specific to concrete masonry construction. Titles related to cold weather construction include TEK 03-01C: All Weather Concrete Masonry Construction, which also provides guidance on installing concrete in wet weather conditions.
The International Masonry Institute provides training and technical information for a wide variety of masonry building materials, ranging from clay brick to cast stone to concrete, including these posts covering multiple aspects of cold weather construction.
The Masonry Contractors Association of America is a trade-specific organization that creates content intended for contractors. The Hot & Cold Weather Masonry Construction guide is a comprehensive document that outlines proper practices for the planning and construction of masonry projects during extreme weather.
By consulting these resources, construction professionals can execute high-quality, durable masonry projects even in the challenging cold-weather conditions we experience in Boston, Minneapolis, and beyond.
Check out this post for more cold weather masonry tips.
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