Story 34: New Building Materials in Country Club Homes
As the Country Club neighborhood took shape in the late 1920s and 1930s, new building materials were helping define both its quality and durability.
One of those innovations came from Ideal Cement Stone Co., which supplied “Cinder Blox” from its plant at 31st and Spaulding Streets. Introduced to Omaha projects in the mid-1920s, Cinder Blox was promoted as a modern, fire-resistant alternative to traditional construction.
Used as a base for stucco and plaster—and as a sturdy backing for brick veneer—it also provided insulation against both heat and cold. Builders appreciated its versatility and efficiency. In fact, advertisements even highlighted that nails could be driven directly into the material—something that made construction faster and more practical.
It was just one example of how new materials were shaping the homes—and the lasting quality—of the Country Club neighborhood.
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Ad for 'Cinder Blox' from the June 19, 1927 Omaha World Herald.
Ideal Cement Stone Co. advertisement for the 'Cinder Blox' product from the August 30, 1925 edition of the Omaha World Herald.
