Varying the bond or joint pattern of a concrete masonry wall can create a wide variety of interesting and attractive appearances using standard units as well as sculptured-face and other architectural units.

2021年5月16日 · Concrete blocks, also known as Concrete Masonry Units or CMUs, provide very durable structural and non-structural partitions. They are generally used as a backup wall that gets covered with a finish material or exposed in utilitarian spaces …

2021年1月20日 · For this reason, architects specify the brick (and sometimes CMU) patterns in construction documents. There are countless different types of masonry patterns so this post will stick to the most common. A Half Running Bond Pattern …

TEK Notes are regularly updated by the National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA) and offer a broad range of technical information and "best practices". 1. Building Codes & Specifications (click below to view PDF)

Much like Deep Score units, Fluted units must be manufactured in a wider block width, to allow for the deep flute to be achieved, while maintaining the minimum required face shell thickness. Below are a few examples of patterns, including 3-Deep Score and 4-Flute CMU, respectively,

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Patterns can be produced in the vertical direction of the block face, but are NOT available in a horizontal direction. CMU is made by pouring a mix design into a steel mold, which then uses a vertical motion to release the block from the mold.

Concrete Masonry Blocks or Units, often known as CMUs or concrete blocks, are rectangular or square-shaped building elements manufactured from a mixture of Portland cement, aggregates (such as sand or gravel), and water.

2024年3月27日 · Below are 50 patterns that you can create with standard sized block. As you can see, there are many ways to add interest to an otherwise utilitarian material. These graphics come from the Reading Rock Block Catalog, which is no longer available. The closest replacement I’ve found is this NCMA Guide.

Concrete block comes in a variety of textures, the most common of which, is called "Precision". Shown below are Precision, Shot Blast, Split Face and Ground Face textures, respectively. For more information on texture, visit the Texture Options page.