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Jacksonville Chooses Whitacre Greer Clay Brick Pavers for Main Street Project

Design professionals for the city of Jacksonville, Florida recently chose Whitacre Greer pavers for the city’s Main Street Project.  4x8x2-1/4 and 4x8x3-inch pavers in shades 30 Clear Red, 33 Dark Antique and 36 Red Sunset were selected for pedestrian and vehicular areas.  The pavers will be supplied by Cash Building Materials of Jacksonville.


Solar Reflectance Index of Whitacre Greer 30 Series Pavers Exceeds Requirements for USGBC LEED Credit 7.1 Heat Island Effect Non-Roof

Recent testing of Whitacre Greer 30 series pavers revealed that Shades 30 Clear Red, 32 Antique, 33 Dark Antique and 36 Red Sunset meet USGBC LEED requirements for Credit 7.1 Heat Island Effect Non-Roof with a solar reflectance values (SRI)2 of at least 29.  Credit 7.1 Heat Island Effect Non-Roof is intended to reduce heat islands …


Permeable Clay Boardwalk Paver Concept Unveiled

Whitacre Greer is pleased to present a permeable clay paver concept based on the existing Boardwalk paver.  The 2-1/4x9x3-inch thick paver features void space of 11% and is designed for both pedestrian and vehicular traffic.  When produced the unit will be available in Whitacre Greer’s full color palette.  View Whitacre Greer’s standard colors here.  The permeable Boardwalk paver is designed …


Muhammad Ali Center Utilizes Whitacre Greer 6x6x2-1/4 Cimmerean Clay Brick Pavers

The recently constructed Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville, Kentucky features walks and plaza areas paved with Whitacre Greer 6x6x2-1/4-inch fired-clay brick pavers.  The pavers were selected by design professionals at EDAWand supplied by local distributor General Shale Brick.  Click here for photos of this fabulous project.


Whitacre Greer to Exhibit at AIA 2008 National Convention and Design Exposition

May 15-17 Whitacre Greer’s extensive line of vacuum dry-pressed, fired-clay paving brick will be on display at theAIA 2008 National Convention and Design Exposition in Boston.  Visit with knowledgeable sales personnel and learn how Whitacre Greer brick pavers can help make your next project a success.  Whitacre Greer genuine clay brick pavers can contribute to LEED credits.


University of Tennessee Selects Whitacre Greer Pavers for Neyland Stadium Renovation

The University of Tennessee recently selected Whitacre Greer pavers for its Neyland Stadium renovation.  The Whitacre Greer 4x8x2-3/4-inch Straight Edge Pavers in Shades 52 Majestic, 53 Cimmerian and 54 Chocolate for the project are being supplied by General Shale Brick’s Knoxville office.


Fairlawn Consulting Offers Training and Consultation for Hardscape Contractors

Experience segmental paver installer and trainer, Greg Ambrose recently lauched Fairlawn Consulting.  Specializing in hands-on hardscape training, Fairlawn Consulting provides training customized to your business and project.  Contact Greg for assistance installing Whitacre Greer clay brick pavers and other segmental pavers and retaining wall hardscape material.


Solar Relfectance Index of Whitacre Greer Pavers Exceeds Guidelines for LEED Sustainable Sites Credit 7.1 Heat Island Effect Non-Roof

Recent testing of Whitacre Greer 50 Series pavers, shades 50 Ivory, 52 Majestic, 53 Cimmerian & 54 Chocolate revealed that each color in the series has a solar reflectance index of greater than 29, making each eligible for LEED Credit Sustainable Sites 7.1 Heat Island Effect Non-Roof.  The intent of Credit 7.1 is to “Reduce …


Clay Pavers Featured in February 08 Masonry Magazine

‘Beauty that Endures – A Look at the Enduring Value and Timeless Beauty of Genuine Clay Pavers’ by the Brick Industry Association’s Leroy Danforth was featured in the February 2008 Masonry magazine.  Discover the wonderful attributes of clay pavers and learn how they play an important part of three award-winning landscapes.   A PDF of the article is available here.  Please also visit the Brick Industry Associationfor …


Town & Country Landscape Supply Welcomed as Master Distributor for Chicagoland

New for the 2008 hardscaping season, Town & Country Landscape Supply is now the master distributor for Whitacre Greer pavers in Chicagoland.  With multiple locations and an active sales staff, Town & Country is well positioned to assist with your next hardscape project.  Contact one of the following locations to purchase Whitacre Greer pavers: Town & Country 29800 North Hwy 12 Wauconda, …