MASONRY

• MASONRY


  Refers to the construction of structures using individual units, typically made of natural materials like brick, concrete blocks, or stone
• Masonry


  • One of the oldest building crafts in the world
  • Masonry units are bound together using mortar
  • An individual who builds the structure is known as a Mason or Bricklayer
• MORTAR


  Commonly used for binding building blocks and for plastering the masonry surface, which is an intimate mixture of material like cement, lime or clay mixed with sand and water.
• Different Types of Mortar

  • Cement Mortar
  • Mud Mortar
  • Lime Mortar
  • Gypsum Mortar
• Cement Mortar


  Used in a variety of construction projects, from small DIY jobs to large-scale commercial builds. It is commonly used in masonry work, such as laying bricks, blocks, or stones
• Mud Mortar


  A simple mixture of mud, water, and sometimes organic materials like straw, has been a staple in construction for centuries
• Lime Mortar

  Composed of lime and sand with water and is one of the oldest known types of mortars. Fat lime or hydraulic lime and materials like sand, cinder is used for making lime mortar
• Gypsum Mortar


  A type of building material made by mixing gypsum powder with water. It's commonly used for plastering interior walls and ceilings, providing a smooth surface ready for painting or decoration
• Types of Masonry


  • Brick Masonry Construction
  • Stone Masonry Construction
  • Concrete Masonry Construction
  • Veneer Masonry Construction
  • Gabion Masonry Construction
  • Composite Masonry Construction
• Brick Masonry Construction


  Makes use of first-class burnt clay bricks. For less important construction, third class bricks are used in masonry.
• Stone Masonry Construction


  Stone is the most durable, strong and weather-resistant construction material compared with any others. These are less affected by daily wear and tear. Masonry structures made out of stone hence last for a longer period. It has a life period of 300 to 1000 plus years. Due to it's numerous advantageous, it is widely used in masonry construction
• Concrete Masonry Construction

  The concrete blocks are pressed on the top of other similar to brick masonry construction. This creates a staggered formation. The dimension of concrete blocks is larger compared to bricks, so less time is required to lay concrete blocks.
• Veneer Masonry Construction


  This masonry construction is a type mainly used for remodeling and to provide interior finish. It gives the appearance of a stone or brick wall with a better economy and insulation.
• Gabion Masonry Construction

  Baskets made out of zin protected steel or so-called galvanized steel that is filled with medium-sized fractured stones. It behaves like a revetment or retaining walls
• Composite Masonry Construction

  Makes use of two or more types of building materials for the construction. These masonry constructions are employed to increase the appearance of the building and to use available material resources with the utmost economy
• Installation Procedure


  1. Prepare

  2. Mark the area

  3. Moist the surface

  4. Put the mortar

  5. Put required CHB

  6. Fill CHB with mortar

  7. Horizontal rebar