Trendstone Plus®

  • Ground face CMU filled and polished to deliver a smooth terrazzo-like finish
  • Ideal for complementing and contrasting with 
  • Trendstone® ground face units
  • 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
  • Graffiti-resistant
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About Trendstone Plus®

Echelon’s Trenwyth Trendstone Plus® ground face masonry units are taking our Trendstone line to the next level by filling and polishing the exposed faces to a smooth terrazzo finish. Pre-finished and integrally colored, Trendstone Plus concrete masonry blocks offer stunning aesthetics, one-step installation and maintenance-free finish that is easy to clean. Available in dozens of colors that can be matched or contrasted with other Trenwyth products, Trendstone Plus CMUs deliver the solution for setting your project apart from the competition.

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.

After completing this course, attendees will be able to:
• Understand why and where masonry walls begin to crack. 
• Understand updates to energy codes in relation to single-wythe wall design 
• Plan and design a sound single-wythe wall. 
• Eliminate unnecessary repairing and cleaning of masonry walls.
 
This course is applicable to all structural masonry product lines except veneers.
 
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Lunch and Learn

Concrete Masonry Walls for Mold and Moisture Prevention (LU/HSW)

CEU Credits: 1 LU | HSW

Protecting the building’s envelope from water penetration is critical to the architect and design team. This program addresses the specific detail measures that can contribute to a successfully designed building which will help prevent water penetration.

After completing this course, attendees will be able to: 
• Identify successful methods in detailing masonry so that moisture and mold are minimized in building design. 
• Describe sustainable efforts to eradicate mold and moisture in building design. 
• Explain what mold is, and how it develops in buildings.
• Discuss and diagnose with architects the moisture problems that have occurred in their projects.
 
This course is applicable to all masonry product lines.
 
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Modern Masonry: Fire Protection and Enhanced Performance

CEU Credits: 1 LU | HSW

The recent string of large construction fires across the US has cost billions of dollars in damages to job sites and nearby structures. In this course, learn the root cause of these blazes and how sound design, paired with the use of masonry, can offer fire resistance both during the construction phase and over the life of the building. 

After completing this course, attendees will be able to: 
• Discuss the factors involved in the recent rash of construction fires around the nation.
• Explain masonry’s ability to resist fires and assure safe buildings both during the construction phase and after completion.
• Identify the ways in which masonry can resist moisture intrusion and protect buildings from moisture damage over the life of the building.
• Describe three masonry systems that have been upgraded to meet codes, resist fires, and boost building performance and energy efficiency. ​
 
This course is applicable to all masonry product lines.
 
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Lunch and Learn

IECC Energy Review and Masonry Compliance Options (LU/HSW)

CEU Credits: 1 LU | HSW

The International Energy Construction Code is leading the charge for increasingly stringent energy code requirements across the nation, requiring ongoing adaptation of design strategies. 

This course reviews exterior envelope R-Value requirements and masonry wall compliance options in regards to the latest IECC code as well as several competitive building materials. We will review evolving exterior wall R-value requirements, explore the definition and impact of continuous insulation (CI), and present design opportunities for innovative wall systems that meet and exceed IECC performance standards.

After completing this course, attendees will be able to: 
• Understand IECC requirements for exterior walls. 
• Describe the principles behind continuous insulation (CI).
• Develop effective specifications that incorporate continuous insulation into masonry systems. 
• Understand the benefits and limitations of “new” & “old” wall systems.
• Effectively apply this knowledge to future projects in order to meet increasingly aggressive energy performance goals.
 
This course is applicable to all masonry product lines, especially for InsulTech and EnduraMax. 
 
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Lunch and Learn

Green Building Design with Concrete Masonry Units (LU/HSW)

CEU Credits: 1 LU | HSW

Green building strategies – in accordance with or independent of LEED standards – continue to rise in importance across all building types.
 
This course will discuss the green building and sustainable design benefits of concrete masonry including life cycle costs, durability, energy performance, and safety. Additionally, the course will detail how building with concrete masonry can contribute to specific LEED credits, and to the health, safety, and indoor comfort of the occupant.
 
After completing this course, attendees will be able to: 
• Become familiar with the ways in which concrete masonry can potentially contribute to economical and sustainable building practices. 
• Identify concrete masonry's inherent sustainable qualities. 
• Identify changes to LEED in relation to specifying concrete masonry.
• Explain how concrete masonry can prevent the growth of mold in the building.
 
This course is applicable to all masonry products.
 
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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.

After completing this course, attendees will be able to: 
• Understand the changes in the Materials and Resources credit category in LEED v4. 
• Identify elements of sustainable design that are not always part of green building rating systems. 
• Provide an overview of the LEED v4.1 BD+C New Construction Rating System. 
• Explain sustainable design strategies and LEED strategies that utilize masonry.
 
This course is applicable to all masonry products.
 
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Lunch and Learn

Designing with Masonry for a Healthier, Safer Building Environment (LU/HSW)

CEU Credits: 1 LU | HSW

Masonry delivers a variety of benefits to occupants and designers alike including being highly environmentally-friendly due to its durability and reduced embodied energy compared to other structural building materials. 

This course will discuss ASTM specification classifications, as well as the various texture, pattern and color variations offered by masonry. Additionally, the course will review the environmental contributions that masonry offers the architect including the prevention of moisture and mold in construction projects and protentional LEED credits.

After completing this course, attendees will be able to: 
• Identify the performance characteristics of the various types of architectural masonry. 
• Understand different ASTM Classifications and how these affect the architect's specification of concrete masonry. 
• Discuss the proper detailing of concrete masonry to prevent moisture intrusion. 
• Explain the LEED rating system and how masonry plays a part in achieving LEED certification.
 
This course is applicable to all masonry product lines.
 
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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.

After completing this course, attendees will be able to: 
• Discuss flashing and other proper masonry installation strategies to manage moisture in a masonry wall. 
• Explain the advantages of complete masonry systems that mitigate water penetration and provide backup moisture management. 
• Describe water repellent admixture advances and uses in concrete block and mortar that help control moisture and meet green building codes. 
• Specify a masonry solution that delivers superior moisture control and an environmentally sound structure.
 
This course is applicable to all masonry product lines.
 
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In The Field

We chose [Trendstone Plus] because it provided the aesthetic we wanted, is low-maintenance and durable." Modern Masonry Vol. 2 Issue 3 Read More

Shapes & Sizes

Trendstone spec 2f

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2F
1 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 5/8

Trendstone spec 4ft

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4FT
3 9/16 x 7 9/16 x 15 5/8

Trendstone 4fe

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4FE
3 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 9/16

Trendstone spec 4f

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4F
3 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 5/8

Trendstone spec 6f

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6F
5 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 5/8

Trendstone spec 8f

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8F
7 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 5/8

Trendstone spec 8fe

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8FE
7 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 9/16

Trendstone spec 8febn

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8FEBN
7 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 9/16

Trendstone spec 10f

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10F
9 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 5/8

Trendstone spec 44f

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44F
3 9/16 x 3 5/8 x 15 5/8

Trendstone spec 8ft 1

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8FT
7 9/16 x 7 9/16 x 15 5/8

Trendstone spec 8fetr

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8FETR
7 9/16 x 7 9/16 x 15 9/16

Trendstone spec 8febn

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8FTBN
7 9/16 x 7 9/16 x 15 5/8

Trendstone spec 4fe135

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4 FE 135°
3 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 11 9/16

Trendstone spec 4felcorner

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4 FE L Corner
7 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 9/16

Trendstone spec 8ufv block

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8UF (V-Block)
7 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 5/8

Trendstone spec 8f8solid

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8F8 Solid
7 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 7 5/8

Trendstone spec 8f8hollow

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8F8 Hollow
7 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 7 5/8

Trendstone spec kobb

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KOBB (open bottom)
7 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 5/8

Trendstone spec fha

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FHA (KOBB with solid bottom)
7 9/16 x 7 5/8 x 15 5/8

Trendstone spec 8feec11

Chamfers
8FE C1

Trendstone spec 8ftc2

Chamfers
8FT C2

Trendstone spec 8fetc4

Chamfers
8FET C4

Trendstone spec 8ffec5

Chamfers
8FFE C5

Trendstone spec 8feec11

Chamfers
8FEE C11

Monumental spec 416f24

Monumental Units
416F24

Monumental spec 416f

Monumental Units
416F

Monumental spec 412f24

Monumental Units
412F24

Monumental spec 4f24

Monumental Units
4F24

Monumental spec 412f12

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 Trenwyth Trendstone Plus® CMUs by pairing it with the EnduraMax High Performance Wall System, the InsulTech System, Acousta-Wal, Monumental CMU or our Filled & Polished option.

Acousta-Wal®

EnduraMax® High Performance Wall System

Filled & Polished and High Polished Masonry

InsulTech System™

Monumental CMU

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