Specs

Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC
PROJECT MANUAL
Version: January 2012
3.04 PLACING AND BONDING
A. Lay hollow masonry units with face shell bedding on head and bed joints.
B. Remove excess mortar as work progresses.
C. Do not shift or tap masonry units after mortar has achieved initial set. Where adjustment must be
made, remove mortar and replace.
3.05 REINFORCEMENT AND ANCHORAGE
A. Horizontal joint reinforcement: refer to Structural Drawings.
B. Lap joint reinforcement ends: refer to Structural Drawings.
3.06 MASONRY FLASHINGS
A. Whether or not specifically indicated, install masonry flashing to divert water to exterior at all
locations where downward flow of water will be interrupted.
B. Lap end joints of flashings at least 4 inches and seal watertight with mastic or elastic sealant.
3.07 CUTTING AND FITTING
A. Cut and fit for chases. Coordinate with other sections of work to provide correct size, shape, and
location.
B. Obtain approval prior to cutting or fitting masonry work not indicated or where appearance or
strength of masonry work may be impaired.
3.08 CLEANING
A. Remove excess mortar and clean mortar smears as work progresses.
B. Use non-metallic tools in cleaning operations.
3.09 PROTECTION OF FINISHED WORK
A. Without damaging completed work, provide protective boards at exposed external corners which
are subject to damage by construction activities.
B. Provide daily weather protection of masonry work to prevent moisture intrusion until work is
completed.
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