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| Masonry
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Construction made from brick, cement block, or stone, which provides structural support as well as a decorative finish. |
| Masonry anchor
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Masonry anchors attach masonry to other support structures, to other masonry, or attach additional pieces such as window frames, columns, etc. Fasteners attach building elements to masonry and masonry ties hold masonry to other masonry. Thee can be made of wire, sheet metal, galvanized rods, etc. Some types of anchors are placed in the form prior to pouring of concrete. |
| Masonry bit
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Twist drill bit, with a carbide tip used for drilling holes in all types of masonry. |
| Masonry block
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Concrete building blocks that are hollow. |
| Masonry bond beam
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Concrete, hollow-top block, which adds reinforcement around the outside of a building, when used in several courses of the wall. Rebar is horizontally positioned in the hollow of the blocks, with concrete filling the remainder of the block, along the length of the wall. |
| Masonry cement
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Mix of Portland cement, hydrated lime and other materials that trap air so that the water retention and workability of the cement are improved. |
| Masonry joint
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Joints between masonry units. |
| Masonry lintel
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Block, mortar, or pre-cast concrete headers used for doors and windows in a masonry wall so that they match in appearance and usage. |
| Masonry paint
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Paint, containing acrylic emulsion or polyvinyl acetate, used on masonry surfaces. |
| Masonry primer
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Asphalt base, to which tar, sealing membranes, and other asphalt based materials will bond to provide a seal for moisture protection. |
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