Gray Block

 The term CMU (Concrete Masonry Unit) is commonly used within the specification and construction

 industry to refer to what is known to the public as a Concrete Block or Gray Block. Often times it is

 incorrectly referred to in the media as a Cinder Block or Cement Block. Both of these terms are incorrect.

 CMU's are utilized in residential, commercial, institutional and industrial construction. They are strong,

 durable and offer maximum design flexibility.

 The CMU is manufactured locally usually within 100 miles of use, using materials found in state. In

 addition to its strength, the concrete masonry unit is valued for the fact that it is non-combustible and

 it won't rot or rust.

Advantages of Masonry Construction Systems

• Indoor Air Quality & Mold

  Masonry products do not promote the growth of molds - period.

• Safety and Security

  Masonry buildings are solid and highly impervious to impacts from man and nature, making them ideal as places of shelter and refuge.

• Fire Resistance

  Masonry materials don't burn - never have, never will. Masonry walls confine fires to the room where they started.

• Low Maintenance

  Masonry materials resist the wear & tear students offer a building.

• Acoustics & Noise

  Masonry is the ideal choice for gymnasiums, classrooms and offices, confining noise and adjacent sounds to the room of origin.

• Aesthetic Value

  People identify quality and good looks with the timeless beauty of masonry brick, block and stone.