Just put on on top of the other with no joint.
Ta-dah!
Shytalkz";p="1159214 said:We've just got a new one (BCO) in the forum who would probably say the same thing....
User name a bit of a give away me thinks
Maybe you should change yours !!!! I know GOD would be your choice
It wasn't a structural engineering degree before you over analyse the question, but I was the only one to answer correctly."Assuming a roof structure affords adequate structural stability to the supporting brick walls, what is the point of incorporating mortar beds?" (or words to that effect)
You're right of course nose, I didn't describe the scenario particularly well. Shy described it much more eloquently here:-Joking apart, does the wall not support the roof, but gain some degree of restraint from the timber elements?
Cheers Shy, I knew you would come to the rescueIf there was enough vertical load on a wall to resist lateral loads, then it wouldn't need mortar, because it keeps it in compression. Like an upright flat arch. Take a pile of books off a shelf pressing towards each hand and they dont drop, as it generates friction between the books. Same thing.
That's so close. That was my first answer to him! His reply, "Yes technically that is correct, but it's not the answer I'm looking for." So, very warm Woody but not quite.To keep the draughts and weather out
Tutor: Why do we use mortar on brick and blockwork?
Student: Derrrr....stick 'em together innit....duh!
Tutor: In a free standing structure, such as a garden wall, yes a mortar bond is imperative to structural stability. However, given that bricks and blocks are modular and assuming adequate vertical loads from the structure above, the bricks/blocks will be in compression and therefore resist any lateral loads. Therefore, why incorporate mortar beds when constructing in traditional masonry?
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