Brick, Stucco, & Stone - Building Green

The components of brick and stone make them naturally energy efficient--keeping a home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. They are fireproof, excellent barriers for noise, and remain durable and maintenance free for years. You could say brick and stone were some of the first “green products” in the world. Southern Stone in Donna, Texas, is a leading supplier of stone products and is the exclusive distributor of Coronado Stone® products which are certified Built Green. Southern Stone is also a distributor of Prosco® Sealers and of Pavestone® products. Pavestone’s Eco-Venetian Stone™ and Eco-Priora™ are the company’s latest developments in permeable interlocking pavers that offer superior strength, beauty, durability, and water run-off control. Visit www.southernnaturalstone.com for more information.

Stucco is a material made of an aggregate, water, and a binder. It is used to cover exterior surfaces such as walls and, as such, becomes the final seal around a home or building. Important, then, is to consider stucco’s performance in energy-efficiency. There are several green products on the market. Look for the ones that help meet LEED requirements.