Define and sketch how bricks are laid in flesh bond ?5 marks

Flemish Bond and Its Brick Laying

Definition (1 mark)

Flemish bond is a type of brick bond in which headers and stretchers are laid alternately in the same course, and each header is placed centrally over the stretcher below.

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Sketch (2 marks)

(Showing alternate headers and stretchers in each course)

Course 2:   H   S   H   S   H   S
            S   H   S   H   S   H
Course 1:   S   H   S   H   S   H

H = Header
S = Stretcher

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Brick Laying Description (1 mark)

• Bricks are arranged with alternate header and stretcher in the same row
• Vertical joints are staggered properly
• A queen closer is used next to the quoin header to maintain bond
• Proper alignment, level, and mortar joints are maintained

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Conclusion (1 mark)

Flemish bond provides better appearance but is weaker than English bond, so it is used where aesthetic appearance is important.