BASICS OF BRICKWORK DETAILING - [Des Moines, IA]

Description:

Water penetration and insufficient accommodation for movement are

responsible for many of the problems encountered in masonry walls

today. Water penetration resistance and movement control in brick

veneer is the focus of this course. Brick veneer drainage wall

principles are discussed in detail, as well as specification of materials

for maximum water penetration resistance. All building materials

expand and contract due to changes in temperature; some materials

move with changes in moisture content. Primary causes of movement,

including temperature, moisture, deflection and creep, as well as

strategies for avoiding resulting masonry distress, such as

construction, size, and spacing of vertical and horizontal movement

joints are reviewed.

Learning Objectives:

1. Design and select materials for optimum water penetration resistance.

2. Discuss efflorescence, cleaning and the use of clear coatings on masonry walls.

3. Review location, spacing and detailing recommendations for movement joints

4. Identify installation best practices that promote quality brickwork

Credit:

1 AIA LU/HSW

AIA Course GGBBD22

Format: 1-hr in-person

Our events are open to architectural, design, and building industry professionals only.