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Masonry Construction Techniques
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MASONRY CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES

affect properly stored and protected materials, but improper proce-
dures can result in physical damage to units and accessories, or cont-
amination of mortar ingredients. As a general rule, materials should
always be stored high and dry and protected from weather.
The color, texture, and size of units delivered to the job site should
be verified before the shipment is accepted. Masonry units should be
delivered and stored on wooden pallets to prevent moisture absorp-
tion from the soil, and covered with water-repellent tarps or plastic

DOUBLE STRETCHER GARDEN WALL GARDEN WALL BOND WITH UNITS
BOND WITH UNITS IN DIAGONAL LINES IN DOVETAIL PATTERN

RUNNING BOND 1 /3 RUNNING BOND 6TH COURSE HEADERS 6TH COURSE
COMMON BOND OR FLEMISH HEADERS
COMMON BOND OR
AMERICAN BOND AMERICAN BOND

DUTCH ENGLISH ENGLISH DUTCH ENGLISH DUTCH
CORNER CORNER CORNER CORNER CORNER CORNER
FLEMISH BOND ENGLISH BOND STACK BOND ENGLISH CROSS
OR DUTCH BOND
FIGURE 5-7

Masonry bonding patterns. (from Technical Note 30, Brick Industry Association, Reston, VA).

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