Masonry Magazine June 2005 Page. 17

Words: Lisa Petsko
Masonry Magazine June 2005 Page. 17

Masonry Magazine June 2005 Page. 17
Plumb It Once...

You're Done! Expansion Joint Stud Plumb Rite Wall Board Caulk

Perfect Vertical Joints Every Time!

Once Plumb-Rite is installed, it isn't necessary to plumb the wall again.

Helps keep vertical joints in precise alignment when control joints and expansion joints are used in masonry walls.

Quick and easy installation by one mason.

Installs against wood, steel, and block backups with nails, screws, or mastic.

Rigid enough to keep a 3/8" vertical joint consistently straight.

Flexible enough, with special slotted stem, to allow expansion of brick.

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