Defects in brick masonry due to workmanship occurs mainly due to poor supervision of masonry works. Various defects in brick masonry and their remedies are discussed.
Category: Brick Masonry
Brick masonry is used for construction of buildings and other structures by using brick stone, stone blocks, brick blocks with different types of masonry.
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Methods of Testing Compressive Strength of Masonry
Testing compressive strength of masonry before construction and for every 464.5 m2 of masonry work during construction is required as per Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structure (ACI 530.1- 11) and under its quality assurance program, certification of ...
Measurement of Masonry Brick Works in Construction including Deductions
Measurement of masonry works in construction is required for calculation of quantities of materials in masonry and to measure completed work. Masonry works are those where cement and fine aggregates without any coarse aggregates are used for construction purpose. There ...
Types of Bricks in Masonry Construction – Properties & Uses
Different types of bricks are used in masonry construction based on material such as clay, concrete, lime, fly ash etc. Filed field identification of bricks for their properties, uses and suitability for different construction works are important. A brick is ...
Types of Tests on Bricks for Building Construction Works
Various types of tests on bricks are conducted to check quality of bricks for construction works. Some tests on bricks can be conducted at construction site.
Types of Bonds in Brick Masonry Wall Construction and their Uses
Types of bonds in brick masonry wall construction are classified based on laying and bonding style of bricks in walls. The bonds in brick masonry is developed by the mortar filling between layers of bricks and in grooves when bricks ...
Types of Pointing in Brick Masonry Construction
Pointing is the finishing of mortar joints in brick or stone masonry construction. Pointing is the implementing of joints to a depth of 10 mm to 20 mm and filling it with better quality mortar in desired shape. It is ...
Types of Masonry Walls in Building Construction
There are various types of masonry walls used in building construction. Masonry walls are the most durable part of any building or structure. They provide strength, durability to the structure and also helps to control indoor and outdoor temperature. It ...