Masonry Design And Detailing 6E

Updated with current masonry committee standards and the latest information on LEED and sustainable materials and practices

Masonry Design and Detailing, Sixth Edition covers a wide range of aesthetic, technical, and environmental considerations related to the materials commonly associated with masonry--brick, concrete block, stone, and glassblock. The book discusses the engineering aspects of design, technical information on energy and sound control, maintenance, life-cycle costing, and workmanship.

The Sixth Edition has been revised to include information on LEED and sustainable materials and practices and new chapters and updates throughout reflect the latest ASTM Standards and the MSJC Code. This is a comprehensive, current guide to the major masonry materials, technologies, and regulations, providing keen insight on the complete range of masonry topics.

New to this Edition:

• Expanded chapter on inspection and testing
• Expanded section on vapor condensation, air barriers, vapor retarders, vinyl wall coverings, and mold
• New chapter on forensic investigations and water testing
• Updates to chapters on stone and stone materials, installation, and workmanship
• New sections on LEED; sustainable materials and practices; simulated stone materials and characteristics; field quality control testing; and special masonry inspectors
• Updated ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) Standards
• Updated per the latest MSJC (Masonry Standards Joint Committee) Code
• New and revised illustrations

Christine Beall, NCARB, CCS, is a member of ASTM Committees C-12 (Masonry Mortar), C-15 (Manufactured Masonry Units), and E-6 (Building Performance). She has more than 30 years'' experience in the design, specification, construction, and inspection of residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial buildings. Christine is the author of the McGraw-Hill publications, Concrete and Masonry Databook and Thermal and Moisture Protection Manual.