Any individual block, brick, or stone unit that is stacked with mortar to build a masonry wall.
A pre-formed block, brick, or stone used in the construction of masonry walls, foundations, and other structural or veneer assemblies. Types include concrete masonry units (CMU), clay brick, natural stone, and manufactured stone veneer. Masonry units are laid in mortar beds and coursed according to bond patterns to achieve structural integrity and appearance.
The structural engineer specified 8x8x16 CMU masonry units with vertical rebar at 48 inches on center for the retaining wall.
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