Masonry Magazine November 2002 Page. 20
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corners (one side), changes in wall height, and offsets in the wall plane. All joints should extend full height from foundation to top, or from shelf angle, and be free of non-compressive materials. Typical expansion joint size is one-half inch and is finished with a backer-rod and elastic joint sealant.
Tips and Guidelines for Masons
CERAMIC GLAZED MASONRY products can be built into project wall applications with typical masonry construction practices. No unique skills or equipment are required, although when handling ceramic glazed masonry products some precautions are necessary to avoid chipping. Because of their impervious, lasting finish, most ceramic glazed masonry products are resistant to staining or job site conditions that could contaminate other building materials.
Planning Tips
Order material at least two months ahead of desired delivery (lead times may vary). Shape sheets are available from your supplier. Quoins (corners) must be ordered as a shape. Quantity take-off and/or detailing services are available. Request a field panel for material quality and workmanship guidelines.
The First Step to a
Dry Concrete Masonry Building
Mortar Net Block-
Properly constructed single wythe unit walls are one way to ensure that your concrete masonry walls are dry and free from water damage and mold. During construction, mortar droppings can block weep holes trapping water inside the walls, creating long-term moisture problems.
Mortar Net-, the inventor of the mortar dropping collection device, provides the solution for clogged weep holes by breaking up mortar droppings, thereby allowing water to freely drain to the weeps.
Mortar Net Block's efficient management of moisture migration helps prevent efflorescence on interior and exterior concrete masonry, once and for all.