Masonry Magazine September 2004 Page. 19

Words: Rashod Johnson
Masonry Magazine September 2004 Page. 19

Masonry Magazine September 2004 Page. 19
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tact with those units. If the units are cold enough, mortar temperature may drop below freezing. As water in the mortar freezes, disruptive expansion of the mortar occurs. Finally, wet or ice-covered unit surfaces prevent development of a good bond between the mortar and unit.

Cold weather also affects your laborers and may hinder the productivity and workmanship of masons. During cold weather, masons must first ensure their personal comfort and safety, then attend to normal construction tasks and any additional materials preparation, handling and protection of masonry. Unfortunately, these extra activities consume more time as temperatures continue to drop.

A good cold weather construction plan eliminates or minimizes the undesirable effects of cold temperatures on materials and people in a cost-effective manner.

TABLE 1. STRATEGIES FOR ADDRESSING COLD TEMPERATURES DURING MASONRY CONSTRUCTION
As temperature drops
Strategies to Integrate into Your Plan:
Optimize the selection of masonry materials for cold weather performance.
Protect materials.
Heat materials (see Tables 2 and 3).
Protect or enclose work areas.
Heat work areas and in-place work.

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