Brickwork Layout Patterns
Brickwork Layout Patterns
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Brickwork Bonds
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1. Setting out Facework - Stretcher Half Bond
2. Dimensions
3. Alternative Bonding Solutions
4.Some Typical Bonds
5. Bonding of Plinth Bricks
1.
Setting out Facework - Stretcher Half Bond
Face brickwork should be set out dry at ground level before brick laying
begins otherwise ill considered decisions may have to be made later
regarding bonding and cutting, particularly at window and door
openings. Brickwork should be set out using the CO-ORDINATING SIZE
of the length of a brick i.e. 225mm (215mm WORK SIZE + 10mm normal
joint for bricks to BS3921).
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2.
Dimensions
Overall dimensions or walls and the position and size of openings and
piers, should be chosen bearing in mind the dimensions of the type of
brick to be used and the dimensions of special bricks available.
Remember: using multiples of a brick stretcher can avoid breaking the bond and avoid wasteful cutting
3.
Alternative Bonding Solutions
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Stretcher Bond
Consisting of stretchers only in each course, the
normal bond for walls of half brick thickness.
English Bond
Both faces show alternate courses of Headers and
Stretchers. Used for 1 1/2 and 1 brick thick garden
and other feature walls.
Flemish Bond
Sometimes considered to give a more attractive
appearance than English Bond.
Bonding should be set out so that perpends align vertically from the base
below the plinth, through the plinth course to the walling above.
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