Southland Brick and Block now has presentation boxes available for distribution that contain samples of our Anchor Diamond single and blended colors, as well as Anchor Diamond Pro in single colors.

If you’re an architect, designer, landscaper or other contractor and would like to use these for your selection process, contact your local Southland Brick and Block location for more information.

For a complete listing of locations in Tennessee, Georgia and Louisiana, click here.

Product Information

MAXBRIC is a revolutionary concrete masonry product developed to offer designers and owners a strong, durable, timeless, and cost-effective way to provide the appearance of traditional brick veneer. MAXBRIC is a structural and/or veneer Concrete Masonry Unit (CMU) manufactured and distributed by Southland Brick + Block and is available in a variety of colors and face textures.

Choose from two face textures and ten distinctive shapes

Each MAXBRIC unit is available in traditional Smooth-Face or Split-Face surface textures. Architects, developers, and owners appreciate the flexibility offered with MAXBRIC and see value in being able to mix and match colors and textures. Unit sizes and shapes are featured on the Unit Availability Chart. These units range from nominal size standard 4 inch, 8 inch, and 12 inch stretcher units to sash and bond beam units. MAXBRIC open core and bond beam units accommodate rebar placement and grouting as required by local building codes. MAXBRIC units also permit the use of integral insulation strategies such as extruded polystyrene (XPS) inserts known in the trade as Styrofoam insulation inserts, loose fill insulation, or foamed-in-place insulation to increase the R-values and take full advantage of concrete masonry’s thermal mass.

Color Availability

MAXBRIC uses the latest technology and state-of-the-art equipment to create stunning and attractive through-the-body colors for its structural and conventional CMU veneer choices. Architects and owners can select from eleven standard colors of which many represent multicolor blends that are setting the standard for high-end concrete masonry veneers. This coupled with the option of different face textures makes for an unrivaled product offering in the marketplace.

Availability and Delivery

MAXBRIC is manufactured and distributed by LEE Brick + Block. Lee operates ten locations across the Commonwealth of Kentucky so MAXBRIC is readily available. LEE Brick + Block prides itself in customer response and satisfaction, so be assured every measure will be taken to deliver MAXBRIC in a timely fashion. Sufficient lead time is required when creating custom colors.

Physical Performance

MAXBRIC units exceed the requirements of ASTM-C90 for compression strength and absorption. The MAXBRIC mix design and raw materials provide the highest quality and is used to resist fading from ultraviolet light and attack by acidic substances. An integral water repellant, MaxGard, is added to the concrete during manufacturing. This system for water repellency includes the requirements of good workmanship (full head and bed joints) and good design details for water resistant walls and proper placement of control joints. We will be adding more details and pictures to the web site over the next few days. Surface sealers are recommended for all types of architectural concrete masonry to assure excellent wall performance.

Here’s some great photos of our Keystone Country Manor BBG segmental retaining wall blocks in use in Lebanon (TN).

The fountain and the walls were built by Greenhouse Gallery, Inc., also of Lebanon and the units were supplied by the Antioch location of Southland Brick and Block.

If you need to reclaim your outdoor living space or manage your property to make more efficient use of it, our sales associates can help you pick the perfect wall product for your project.

Stop by the nearest location of Southland Brick and Block today and you can be enjoying your new segmental retaining wall in no time at all.

Each Saturday and Sunday, homeowners flock to local landscape and home centers, like Southland Brick and Block, in hopes of completing projects that will improve the appearance of their home and ultimately increase the resale value.

According to experts at the National Concrete Masonry Association, the authors of this article, many homeowners are finding that segmental retaining wall units are meeting this objective.

One reason for this, they say, is segmental retaining walls are less expensive than poured-in-place concrete walls and more durable than timber retaining walls. The systems are also easy to install and they don’t require mortar or concrete footings.

Here’s four tips from the NCMA that can ensure the success and long-term performance of segmental retaining walls.:

1) Contact local utility services to identify location of underground pipelines, conduits and utility lines.

2) check with local building officials or residential inspection services to determine any requirements for construction certificates or inspections needed. This is often a requirement when retaining walls exceed four feet.

3) Coordinate delivery and storage of materials to ensure obstructed access to the work area and materials.

4) Review the suppliers recommended installation and structural requirements.

Homeowners can find more information in numerous publications about landscape construction. recent publications include,” Retaining Walls – A Building Guide And Design Gallery “, by Shiffer Publishing Ltd. It’s available at many landscape and home centers.

For more information on segmental retaining walls, visit the NCMA website and we have more info on our products here.

Stop by the nearest location of Southland Brick and Block today and let one of our associates help you with your next outdoor building and landscape project.