Masonry Magazine May 2008 Page. 6

Words: Carolyn Beach, Bob Thomas, K.K. Snyder, Nicholas Loomis
Masonry Magazine May 2008 Page. 6

Masonry Magazine May 2008 Page. 6
NOBLOK-FLASH for CMU Exterior Wall
by Mortar Net

New sharper-sloped interior surface drains even faster!

New built-in "bridge" deflects descending moisture into adjacent Blok-Flash pan! (Saves an entire step over separate "bridge unit".)

Built-in Weep Spout expels water away from building's exterior!

Made of tough lightweight recycled polypropylene.

Nothing Protects Better, Installs Faster
Or Saves More Time & Labor.

Our simple, lightweight Blok-Flash system has always been your best defense against moisture damage and mold growth. Now it's your best time & labor saver, too!

Saves over half the labor & materials of thru-wall membrane flashing in a multi-wythe course, while delivering up to 10 times stronger bond and eliminating the need for multiple sizes of Architectural CMU. Works with 8", 10", and 12" exterior CMU. Installs easily in reinforced walls. NEW Drainage Matte eliminates the need for pea gravel. Lightweight & compact for easy shipping, handling, and storage. 40% recycled polypropylene can help your project qualify for LEED certification.

Stronger than flashing, and it installs in a flash.

Drop Blok-Flash pans onto each 1st course block, with Weep Spouts protruding.

Grout according to instructions, then lay 2nd course.

Press a lightweight, polyester-mesh Drainage Matte into each cavity of course block to capture mortar/grout droppings. (No pea gravel.)

With new Blok-Flash", it's easier than ever to protect your CMU exterior walls against moisture damage & mold growth... while protecting yourself against the high costs of installing other moisture control systems!

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