Building a block corner should include
- laying out corners in 90-degree orientation, plumb and level
- stepping block back 8 inches on each tail
- maintaining 3/8-inch thickness in the joint.
IRC: Chapter 4 covers code-approved masonry foundation types, installation, and reinforcement based on wall height, widths, and placement on footing. Chapter 4 also covers cement types and allowed joint widths for head and bed joints.
Process/Skill Questions:
- When examining from the exterior, is there a noticeable difference among 8-inch, 10-inch, and 12-inch corners? Why or why not? What are the implications of this?
- Why should a corner be ranged?