Trendstone®
- Ground face structural or veneer CMU with a clear acrylic sealant to enhance aesthetics
- One-step installation
- Maintenance-free and easy to clean
- Mold & moisture resistant
- Highly durable and resilient to fire, impact and moisture damage
- Wide array of colors for ultimate design flexibility
- Sound absorbing units available
- Over-sized units available
Resources
All Downloads
- Trendstone Sealer Acrylic SDS
- Trendstone & Trendstone Plus Product Specification
- Scottsdale Fire House – Trendstone
- Collector’s House (Charlotte, NC) – Trendstone
- Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center (Phoenix) – Mesastone and Trendstone
- Trenwyth Masonry Catalog
- Milwaukee Preparatory Academy
- REI - Trendstone Case Study
All Downloads
- Trendstone Sealer Acrylic SDS
- Trendstone & Trendstone Plus Product Specification
- Scottsdale Fire House – Trendstone
- Collector’s House (Charlotte, NC) – Trendstone
- Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center (Phoenix) – Mesastone and Trendstone
- Trenwyth Masonry Catalog
- Milwaukee Preparatory Academy
- REI - Trendstone Case Study
About Trendstone®
Echelon’s Trenwyth Trendstone ground face CMU blocks are pre-finished, integrally colored concrete blocks with one or more faces ground to expose the variegated colors of the natural aggregates. Trendstone goes beyond standard ground face concrete block by applying a clear satin gloss acrylic to the exposed face of each concrete block to accentuate the natural beauty of the aggregates and to provide moisture resistance. Available in dozens of colors that can be matched or contrasted with other Trenwyth products, Trendstone ground face masonry blocks provide durability and the vibrant stone look needed to bring your project to life.
What are Ground Face CMU Blocks?
A ground face concrete masonry unit (CMU) block is a CMU unit that has been ground down on its face to create a smooth, semi-glossy finish. They are less rough than split face blocks.
Continuing Education
Lunch and Learn
Excellence in Single Wythe Masonry (LU/HSW)
CEU Credits: 1 LU | HSW
When properly constructed, single-wythe masonry walls offer a myriad of benefits that no other building material can touch from fire to moisture protection, durability to aesthetics, and cost-effective installation This presentation covers how to properly construct a wall using proper design techniques focusing on the prevention of moisture, cracking, and cleaning issues in order to take full advantage of the benefits of masonry construction.
Lunch and Learn
Masonry and Leed v4.1 (LU/HSW)
CEU Credits: 1 LU
Sustainable design and green building are ever-evolving, with the latest version, LEED v4.1 introduced in 2019.
This course will explore the latest modifications to the LEED standard, with a particular emphasis on masonry compliance and contribution. Developed by LEED expert Christine A. Subasic, P.E., LEED A.P., the course will introduce attendees to sustainable design and provide an overview of the LEED Rating System, and its credit categories, with a particular emphasis on Materials and Resources, as well as covering criteria and considerations used in selecting masonry products for LEED projects.
Lunch and Learn
Controlling Moisture in Masonry (LU)
CEU Credits: 1 LU | HSW
Moisture intrusion is a leading cause of structural damage across all building types, and a leading threat to occupant health and wellbeing.
This presentation will cover masonry solutions that deliver superior moisture control and an environmentally sound structure. We will cover proper flashing and masonry installation strategies, discuss water repellant admixture advances for both block and mortars, and review the advantages of complete masonry systems to mitigate water penetration and provide backup moisture management.
In The Field
Because the firehouse is a home away from home and an active industrial garage, acoustics, comfort and separate living areas were all key in designing the firehouse."Modern Masonry Vol. 3 Issue 1 Read More
Shapes & Sizes
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4FE
3 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 9/16
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2F
1 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 5/8
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4FT
3 9/16 x 7 9/16 x 15 5/8
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4F
3 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 5/8
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6F
5 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 5/8
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8F
7 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 5/8
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8FE
7 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 9/16
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8FEBN
7 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 9/16
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10F
9 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 5/8
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44F
3 9/16 x 3 5/8 x 15 5/8
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8FT
7 9/16 x 7 9/16 x 15 5/8
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8FETR
7 9/16 x 7 9/16 x 15 9/16
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8FTBN
7 9/16 x 7 9/16 x 15 5/8
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4 FE 135°
3 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 11 9/16
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4 FE L Corner
7 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 9/16
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8UF (V-Block)
7 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 5/8
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8F8 Solid
7 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 7 5/8
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8F8 Hollow
7 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 7 5/8
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KOBB (open bottom)
7 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 5/8
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FHA (KOBB with solid bottom)
7 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 5/8
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8FE C1
Chamfers
8FT C2
Chamfers
8FET C4
Chamfers
8FFE C5
Chamfers
8FEE C11
Monumental Units
416F24
Monumental Units
416F
Monumental Units
412F24
Monumental Units
4F24
Monumental Units
412F12
*All dimensions displayed in inches as width x height x length
For more shapes & sizes, please contact your local sales rep or see Monumental CMU
Performance Upgrade Options
Increase the performance of Trendstone® ground face CMUs by pairing them with the EnduraMax High Performance Wall System, InsulTech System, Acousta-Wall, Monumental CMU and Filled & Polished options.
