CMU Basics

Dimensions & Sizes

Measurements used and importance of dimension sequence.

Configurations

Common shapes of cmu.

Textures

Manufactured textures.

Colors

A general discussion of color as related to cmu.

Standards

Industry standards for cmu.

Weights

Cmu density classifications.

Strengths

Individual unit compressive strengths and masonry assembly compressive strengths (f'm).

Availability

Stock and special order.

Glossary

Terms associated with cmu.

CMU Basics - Index