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Information Paper 07/05 Aircrete tongue and groove block masonry: performance evaluation and guidance
Publication Year
2005
Document Status
Current
Abstract
The productivity advantages of aircrete blockwork used with thin bed mortar technology offers a rapid, economical building system which is less demanding in terms of masons’ skills but which can still meet all the requirements of the Building Regulations. Sets out the background research on the key aspects of performance and gives an introductory guide on constructional best practice using this wall system.
Author
Ferguson, W. A.
ISBN
9781860817571
Publisher Information
BRE
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UK
