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Limestone

Lintels

Low Lift Method of Grouting Reinforced Brick Walls

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Limestone
Rock of sedimentary origin composed principally of calcite or dolomit or both; used as building stone or crushed stone aggregate or burnt to produce lime. *

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Lintels
A horizontal structure member (such as a beam) over an opening which carries the weight of the wall above it; usually of steel, stone or wood. *

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Low Lift Method of Grouting Reinforced Brick Walls
The masonry is constructed to a height not greater than four feet before grouting, taking care to keep the cavity free of mortar squeezeout and droppings, which might interfere with the placement of the reinforcing and grout. *

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* Dictionary of Architecture & Construction, by Cyril M. Harris

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