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Stretcher Blocks A stretcher b l o c k is the most c o m m o n l y used b l o c k in constr uct ion. It is laid w i t h i t s l e n g t h parallel to the face of the w a l l .

B u l l Nose A bull-nose block serves the same purpose as a corner block, but it is used where round corners are desired.

Corner Blocks A corner block is used f or corners at simple window and door openings.

Corner Return A concrete masonry unit having a solid face at one end, as well as solid faces on the sides.

Double Corner / Pier Blocks A double-corner or pier block is used f or constructing piers pilasters or f or any other purpose where both ends of the block would be visible.

Pilaster Block Concrete masonry units designed to form plain or reinforced concrete masonry pilasters of the projecting type.

Coping Blocks A concrete masonry unit having a solid top, for use as a coping at the top and finishing course in wall construction.

Sash / Jamb Blocks A concrete masonry unit which has an end slot (rabbet) for use at an opening to receive a jamb. A wood-sash jamb block is used wi t h a stretcher and a corner block around elaborate window openings. The recess in the block allows room f or the various casing members, as in a double-hung window.

Sill Blocks A solid concrete masonry unit used as a sill for an opening.

Cap Blocks

Control Joint Block

Sound Absorbing Masonry Units Bond Beam Block / Lintel Block A special U-shaped concrete block used with other blocks to form a continuous-bond beam or lintel. Reinforcing steel is placed in the void followed by mortar or grout.

Open End Block An A-block or H-block of concrete masonry. A block of standard material and size built with recessed end webs.

Header Block A concrete masonry unit from which part of one face shell has been removed to facilitate bonding with adjacent masonry, such as brick facing.

Split Faced Blocks Split Face is the versatile concrete masonry that offers so much to everyone. It allows the architect the flexibility of blending it with other surfaces and textures. A solid or hollow concrete masonry unit, split lengthwise after curing; laid with the fractured surface exposed, so as to provide a rough texture. For the builder/owner, there are advantages of economy, low maintenance, and long lasting beauty. It is a building material that improves with age. Split face block has, for many years been a leading masonry material, used in many applications. With the availability of a variety of sizes and colors, it allows for a wide range of uses. Whether it be construction of a new home, office building, warehouse, or the remodeling of a storefront, split face block can be the answer. Not only is it a versatile building material, it is also virtually maintenance free and fire-resistant. With split face block, creative possibilities abound for enhancing buildings of all types and sizes.

Faced Blocks Concrete masonry units having a special ceramic, glazed, plastic, or polished, face surface. It can be used for external and internal load-bearing and non load-bearing walls.

Scored Blocks Masonry blocks having grooves on its surface. Scored block gives a higher detail look with no additional labour. The score is designed to resemble a raked mortar joint and gives the feel of quality craftsmanship. We offer two styles of scored block single score and triple score in full highs and half highs. Both scored blocks come in various sizes fit for veneer applications as well as a finished structural wall.

Shadow Blocks A concrete masonry unit whose face is shaped so as to elicit patterns of light and dark on its surface.

Screen Block

2 Brick Units

4 Units (Grey Block, Split-Face)

6 Units (Grey Block, Split-Face)

8 Units (Grey Block, Split-Face)

10 Units (Grey Block, Split-Face)

12 Units (Grey Block, Split-Face)

16 Units (Grey Block)

Batangas State University Main Campus II, Alangilan, Batangas City College of Engineering, Architecture, Fine Arts and Computing Sciences

Research (BT 202 Building Technology 2)

Prepared for: Arch. Bernadine Ilagan

Prepared by: Bicol, Meryll Mae G. (ARC 2201)

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