Brickwork

Defects can arise in brickwork because of poor design or specification, the use of standard materials and non-technical workmanship at the design and construction stage. Following are the common problems and defects that similar to brickwork. Sulphate attack This is a common defect, at locations where the brickwork is exposed. The sulphate salts present in …

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The strength of brick masonry depends upon the strength of bricks used in the masonry construction. The strength of bricks depends upon the nature of soil used for making and the method adopted for molding and burning of bricks. since the nature of soil varies from region to region, the average strength of bricks varies …

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