Blocks and bricks - hollow channels must be vertical

Structure · Wood Frame Walls · printed page 65 (PDF page 66)

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Blocks and Bricks – Hollow Channels must be Vertical Bricks and Blocks – Hollow Channels must be Vertical Hollow Masonry – Channels must be Vertical Masonry Wall

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hollow concrete blocks and cored bricks are almost always installed with their interior channels vertical

Generated explanation

The illustration shows a stepped section of hollow masonry wall with staggered joints between units. The units are laid with their hollow channels running horizontally, exposing the openings on the wall face. A large red prohibition symbol marks this orientation as incorrect. The annotation states that hollow concrete blocks and cored bricks are almost always installed with their interior channels vertical.

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Masonry piers - hollow channels must be vertical

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The illustration shows a built-up wood beam supported by a hollow masonry pier, with wood joists attached using joist hangers. The pier units are laid with their hollow channels horizontal, exposing the openings on the s