Browse Forums Building A New House 1 Jun 20, 2023 8:21 pm Hi, I am planning to select San Selmo reclaimed original for the fascade of my build. I have seen many photos on line of the brick varying from a rustic to a neat finish. I am a fan of the neat finish. I’ve been reading conflicting information about raked vs flush mortar joint. What joint type do I need to specify to achieve a neat finish with this brick? Thanks in advance, Em No. It's not original. Circa early to mid 90s would be my guess and maybe even as late as early 2000s 1 6636 To my understanding early saw cuts are to control shrinkage cracks, so doing them now would be pointless. Control joints may reduce ugly cracking during periods of soil… 3 9864 Hi all I need a guidance on how far I need to space expansion joints in the concrete driveway and its type (keyway/foam.) Contraction joints are at 3m max for a 125 slab. Thanks 0 10950 |