Architectural Masonry / Spec-Brik / Recommendations

Typical Single Wythe Base Details:
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Continuous Footing
Flashing @ Non-Reinforced Cores
Flashing @ Reinforced Cores
Non-Insulated
Stepped Foundation (Insulated)

Note: Details here are for reference only and to show possible methods used in single wythe masonry wall construction. Specific project details and construction methods shall be reviewed and developed by your design professionals.

Blok-Flash

The use of Blok-Flash, offered by Mortar Net USA Ltd, eliminates a labor step and saves on material cost associated with using membrane flashing in a multi-wythe course.

Blok-Flash design details:
• 8-inch Single Wythe base (non-insulate)
• 12-inch Single Wythe Parapet (insulated)
• 8-inch Single Wythe mid-wall bond beam (non-insulated)
• 8-inch Single Wythe Angle Iron Lintel (insulated)
• 8-inch Single Wythe I-Beam Lintel (non-insulated)
• 8-inch Single Wythe Masonry Lintel (non-insulated)
• 8-inch Single Wythe Parapet (non-insulated)