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Minor cracking of masonry is relatively common in domestic construction. Most of these cracks are <1mm thick and have no structural implications. Good quality masonry design and construction will reduce the risk of cracking occurring in your project.

Listen to this episode with your host Elizabeth McIntyre and structural engineer Michael Koungras, to find out more of the following:

• The way different cracks in your brickwork may effect the project;
• Some of the main reasons cracks may appear in your wall;
• The methods of preventing cracking;
• Different types of control joints to help reduce cracking;
• Some considerations for the design of your wall;
• and much more...

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Mentioned in the episode:

Think Brick Technical Factsheets

Think Brick Technical Manuals

The National Construction Code

Australian Building Codes Board

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