Pine Hall Brick Co., Inc.
P.O. Box 11044
2701 Shorefair Drive
Winston-Salem, NC 27116-1044
Tel: (336) 721-7500
Toll-Free: (800) 334-8689
Fax: (336) 725-3940
E-mail: info@pinehallbrick.com
Web site: http://www.pinehallbrick.com
Unit Masonry
Product Classification: 04200
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In 1997, Pine Hall Brick celebrated
75 years of service to commercial and architectural customers. Whether
it is a large expansion of a major medical center or a local branch bank
building, we are known as the company that is "easy to do business with."
Our colors, our product quality, our technical service, our packaging and
our deliveries are geared to satisfy our customer's "on the job" and "in
the wall" problems. Distributed in over 38 states, we offer over 100 different
styles of face brick, pavers and special shape brick for veneer wall and
paving applications.
- Nazareth College - Rochester,
NY
- Wake Forest Medical Center-Winston-Salem,
NC
- Olympic Housing (Center St. Apts)-Atlanta,
GA
- CVS Drug Stores - Nat'l Spec
- Virginia Tech. University-Blacksburg,
VA
- University of Delaware
- Hanes Mall-Winston-Salem, NC
- Fort Dix - McGuire Airforce Base
- Northern Illinois University -
Child Care Facility
- Wilmington College - Wilmington,
DE
- Nework Medical Building - Nework,
OH
- Authentic & simulated tumbled
brick for the antique look.
- Classic blended colors from red
ranges to whites; sand & ongobe finishes.
- Computer controlled production
& in-house testing lab for "run to run" consistency.
- Special Shape Brick for added
design creativity.
- Full Paver Line including English
Edge®, the "Old" Series, Rumbled® pavers
(see Unit pavers 02780-Pine Hall
Brick)
- Product Gallery: color
palette on all products.
- Distributor List: find
the closest distributor to you: over 150!
- Hot Projects Photo Gallery: recent
projects take a bow.
- Technical Data: product
listings plus hot links to related technical sites.
- Newsletter: the latest
news from Pine Hall Brick.
- E-mail: talk to us and
you will hear back from us within 24 hours!
- Madison Plants: Triassic shale
raw material.
- Face brick far exceeds ASTM C216,
Grade SW, Type FBS (Type FBA-tumbled brick)
- Modular face brick tests show...
- Average compressive strength:
15,030 psi
- Average Absorption: 4.2 %
- C/B Ratio: .59
- Initial Rate of Suction: 9.8 grams
/ minute
- No efflorescence
- All pavers exceed ASTM C902 &
C1272 plus application PX for tolerance: ±1/8".
2.01 Clay Masonry Units-Brick
A. All brick specified or
shown on project documents shall be ______________________ as manufactured
by Pine Hall Brick Co., Inc., Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The
product shall conform to the following:
1. ASTM C-216, Grade SW, Type FBS.
2. Dimensions (width x height x
length).
3. Minimum compressive strength
of 12,000 psi.
4. Test result showing no efflorescence.
B. Brick provided shall be
similar in texture and physical properties to those approved samples available
for inspection at the Architect/Engineer's office. In addition, brick provided
shall not exceed the variation of color and texture of the approved sample.
C. Special shape brick shall
conform to drawing #(s)_______ per details supplied by _______________
and/or shop details by_______________ with final approval by project architect
prior to manufacture.
3.03 Bonding
A. Bond shall be running
bond unless otherwise specified.
3.05 Tooling and Pointing
A. Tool mortar joints to
a concave appearance unless otherwise specified.
A. Cleaning shall be performed
per cube tag instructions. See BIA specifications in Technical Notes #20
and/or #14.
If you would like a complete sample
specification for clay unit masonry or clay pavers, call 800-334-8689 and
ask for Architectural Services. For paver specifications, see unit pavers-02780
Pine Hall Brick.
- Minimize cleaning: Keep brick
covered with plastic; Keep mortar trowelings & droppings off brick;
Spread straw around the foundation to keep dirt off wall.
- Work out of several cubes at once
to insure a well blended wall.
- Only tool with a metal jointer.
Do
not tool with brick.
- Clean brick as you go with a dry
brush or next day with a brush and water.
- If performing delayed cleaning,
follow these simple rules: We recommend SureKlean 600 or
equivalent
with a proper dilution factor of 6 to 8 parts water. Do
not use muriatic
acid. Always test on a small hidden portion of the wall; Prewet
wall thoroughly before cleaning and rinse after with clean water; Pressure
washers with above mentioned cleaners can be used provided application
pressure is limited to 30-50 psi and a 50 degree fan tip is used. Rinse
pressures should not exceed 200-300 psi. Do not wetclean Stoney River or Castleberry.
Efflorescence is a crystalline salt
deposit on the surface and in the pores of concrete, masonry, and other
building products. A phenomenon reported as early as the 1870's and much
studied since, it can appear as sulfate and carbonate compounds of sodium,
potassium, calcium, magnesium and aluminum. Chlorides may also occur as
efflorescence. This is usually a result of the use of calcium chloride
as a mortar accelerator, contamination of masonry components(including
sand) by sea water or the improper use of hydrochloric acids in cleaning
solutions.
There are several sources for efflorescence: 1) the movement of groundwater that moves upwards, by
capillary action or "wicking", into masonry or concrete materials. 2) salts
in the soil that are in contact with paving can migrate above grade. 3)
natural-state salts that are found in mortar, concrete or other building
products. Although rare, some raw material used to make clay brick contain
small amounts of salt. However, these small amounts are minor compared
to studies that found two to seven times as much soluble material in concrete
products versus fired clay material. W.E. Brownell concluded in his
research study that the most common form of efflorescence comes from the
"migration of 'free-alkali' solutions from the mortar to the brick."
Efflorescing salts dissolve in water and are absorbed into the masonry pores. Typically, clay bricks
can absorb 5% to 8% of their weight in water. Heat from the sun (or other
source) begins to draw the moisture to the wall surface and as the water
completely evaporates, the salt deposits are left on the surface.
Since humidity and moisture play
a key role in the efflorescence process, some areas of the country will
be effected more than others. Seasons will play a role as precipitation
typically is heavier during season changes and will increase the likelihood
of efflorescence.
The most important solution to solving efflorescence in a veneer wall is finding, locating and dealing
with the source of water that is seeping behind the finished wall. The
following conditions are potential sources:
- lack of proper flashing and weepholes
- poor foundation details
- poor bond between brick and mortar
- partially filled head joints
- use of poor quality mortar
- use of raked or scratched head
joints
- excessive mortar droppings in
cavity
As a general rule, the removal
of efflorescing salts from the face of masonry is a relatively easy
operation. Efflorescing salts are water soluble and generally will disappear
on their own with normal weathering as the free salts dissipate from their
source. This is particularly true of "new building bloom". White efflorescing
salts can be removed with dry brushing or with clear water and a stiff
brush. Heavy accumulations or stubborn deposits may require the use of
special cleaners like Sure Klean products. If used, always follow the manufacturer's
directions and start with a non-visible test area. Never use muriatic acid
as damage to the mortar joints and wall can result, in addition to severe
staining in some cases.
For further reference, see BIA Technical
Notes- 23, 23A, 20. Sure Klean & VanaTrol cleaners are manufactured
by ProSoCo, Inc., Kansas City, KS. Other cleaners from different manufacturers
are also available.
NOTICES & WARNINGS
Important notice: If
upon delivery the shipment fails to meet color and quality standards, the
manufacturer is to be notified. If notification is not received within
48 hours after shipment, product is deemed satisfactory. In no case
does the manufacturer assume any responsibility after material is erected
in the wall. Manufacturer disclaims any and all responsibility for
improper cleaning.
WARNING: The dust generated
from dry sawing brick may contain silica and may be a potential health
problem for the lungs. Wet sawing is recommended.
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