Masonry Wall Expansion Joint Detail

A vertical reglet is cut into each wall.

Masonry wall expansion joint detail.

1 for more detailed information. Test method for pullout resistance of ties and anchors embedded in masonry. Floor tile expansion joint over concrete control joint november 2 2015. Base of wall detail brick ledge t fdtn.

Shrinkage cracks in concrete masonry are not a structural concern. Short returns in clay masonry 2. When spacing between vertical expansion joints in para. Separate copper flashings are inserted wedged and sealed into each reglet.

Specification for elastomeric joint sealants e 488. Building expansion joint new wall at existing wall. Concrete masonry banding details tek 5 2a ref. 1 for more detailed information.

Perlite loose fill insulation c 920. For brickwork without openings space no more than 25 ft 7 6 m o c. Location of wall ties with respect to. For brickwork with multiple openings consider symmetrical placement of expansion joints and reduced spacing of no more than 20 ft 6 1 m o c.

Vertical expansion joints in brick veneer. Expansion joints are discussed in technical notes 18 series. Test methods for strength of anchors in concrete and masonry elements e 754. A loose lock is used to join the flashings.

This is particularly true in parapet walls and other masonry walls which are exposed to the exterior climatic conditions on both sides. Roof wall interface detail anchored brick veneer cmu backing 01 030 0901. Below grade november 2 2015. Top of wall detail anchored brick veneer cmu backing 01 030 1311.

Control joints are typically required in exposed above grade concrete masonry walls where net aesthetic shrinkage cracking may detract from the appearance of the wall and to limit moisture or air infiltration. Control joints are typically required in exposed above grade concrete masonry walls where shrinkage cracking may detract from the appearance of the wall and to limit moisture or air infiltration. Window and door openings 4. Slab curl failed tile over curled concrete.

Vermiculite loose fill insulation c 549. This detail shows a condition where a new masonry wall is constructed perpendicular to an existing wall. Changes in height or external materials 3. Base of wall detail anchored brick veneer cmu backing cmu foundation.

In modern masonry cavity walls these two different masonry wythes are connected with flexible connections so control joints in the cmu back up wall can be located independently of the expansion joints in the brick veneer.