Masonry Design and Detailing [Hardcover]

Christine Beall (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 007005844X | ISBN-13: 978-0070058446 | Publication Date: May 1, 1997 | Edition: 4th

This is a practical "how-to-guide" to all aspects of masonry used in all types of structures. It covers raw materials, manufacturing processes, and structural application to building codes and specifications. This updated edition includes modifications to numerous ASTM Standards.

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From the Back Cover

Now fully updated, here's today's only complete single-source guide to designing, specifying, and building in masonry! Reflecting vital changes in the Uniform Building Code, the MSJC Code, and ASTM standards, as well as the latest insight into evolving materials, systems, and technology, the Fourth Edition of Masonry Design and Detailing is written for practicing professionals who are seeking a current, hands-on guide to quality masonry that is neither an esoteric structural engineering manual nor an overly simplistic do-it-yourself book. Every important aspect of masonry is illuminated in practical terms, including all types of wall systems, unit and mortar selection, component detailing, material specs, quality control testing, building code compliance, aesthetic variables, and installation requirements. The Fourth Edition offers new information on: the ``how'' and ``why'' of wall cracking and moisture penetration--and how to avoid these problems; mortar and grout mixtures and their uses; new flashing materials, new seismic anchors, interlocking CMU retaining wall systems, innovative flashing blocks, and new accessories; environmental topics such as recycling and sustainability; ASTM standards and tests, construction submittals, and specs for historic restoration; Uniform Building Code and MSJC Masonry Code requirements. Enhanced by more than 400 illustrations, the Fourth Edition gives architects, engineers, specifiers, and masonry contractors the principles and practical know-how they need to ensure quality, performance, and durability in masonry construction.

About the Author

Christine Beall has more than 25 years' experience in the design, specification, and construction of a broad range of building types. A resident of Austin, Texas, she is a specialist in loadbearing and veneer masonry systems, stucco and EIFS, cladding systems, joint sealants, building envelope mold and moisture problems, and vapor condensation analysis. --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 613 pages
• Publisher: Mcgraw-Hill (Tx); 4th edition (May 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 007005844X
• ISBN-13: 978-0070058446
• Product Dimensions: 11.5 x 8.9 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #635,183 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Great for Architects, not so great for Engineers, May 3, 1997

By A Customer

This review is from: Masonry Design and Detailing: For Architects, Engineers, and Contractors (Hardcover)

I found the masonry details to be very good in showing how a masonry building goes together and as such would be very good for Architects and Contractors. However, as a Structural Engineer I was looking for a book with more detail regarding the design methods and equations. I was looking for a book that would teach a beginning engineer the basics of masonry design. After the engineer had mastered the basics and could design a masonry building using the equations then, with that understanding and experience, could make use of the design tables in this book.

We have this book in our library and I can say that it is seldom used. We design masonry buildings using hand calculations, the UBC and computer programs.

Bottom line is that this book is great for Architects and Contractors building small masonry structures. It is not as useful for the serious Structural engineer.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not technical enough, October 31, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Masonry Design and Detailing (Hardcover)

As the previous reviewer, I also am a structural engineer and have not found the book to be very useful for my line of work. It does have some nice details and empirical information that would probably be useful for architects and contractors.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Read for Intermediate/Advanced Masonry Students, January 6, 2005

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This review is from: Masonry Design and Detailing (Hardcover)

If you want to build more than a backyard wall or barbeque, the information contained here will put you on the right track. Most masons will follow a building plan, but this book gives the framework for the plans. This text will cover in depth structural design and problem solving associated with layout, material, and construction of masonry structures.