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Question

Which type of surface finishing in Brick Masonry / Block Masonry / Stone Masonry treats only the joints edges and not the full wall surface?

The correct answer is

Pointing

While grout can be used to fill joints, particularly in tile work or to strengthen structural elements, the term "pointing" specifically refers to the surface finishing of masonry joints after the units are laid, which is the context of the question about treating the surface edges of the joints.

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Important Questions from Bricks and Mortar

  1. The crushing strength (MPa) of good stone used for construction of a building must not be less than ____.

  2. Which one of the following metamorphic rocks has more weathering resistance characteristics?

  3. Which of the following type of stone is used in the rubble masonry?

  4. Plastering is also called:

  5. In plastering, the 1st coat is called ___________ and its thickness should be _______ mm.

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