Brick Masonry

• What is brick masonry?

  • Brick masonry is the process of constructing structures, such as walls, using bricks and mortar. It involves laying bricks in a specific pattern and binding them together with mortar to create a solid and durable structure. Brick masonry is a popular choice for building construction due to its strength, durability, and aesthetic appeal. It is commonly used for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, as well as landscaping features like retaining walls, walkways, and patios.

• What are the imperial system dimensions of a standard brick?

  • A standard brick in the imperial system typically measures 3 5/8 inches in height, 2 1/4 inches in width, and 8 inches in length.

• What are the metric system dimensions of a standard brick?

  • The standard brick size can vary depending on the country, but in the metric system, a common size for a brick is 8 cm or 75mm (height) x 10 cm or 115mm (depth) x 20 cm or 230mm(width).

There are various types of bricks used in construction, here are some of the most common ones:
- Common burnt clay bricks
- Sand lime bricks
- Engineering bricks
- Concrete bricks
- Fly ash clay bricks
- Fire bricks
- Calcium silicate bricks
- CSEB (Compressed Stabilized Earth Blocks)
- Hollow clay bricks
- Perforated bricks.

List types of brick bonds:
Stretcher Bond
English Bond
Flemish Bond
Header Bond
Garden Wall Bond
Stack Bond
Rat Trap Bond
Zigzag Bond
Dutch Bond
Common Bond