Can I Use Facing Bricks Below Dpc?

Can I Use Facing Bricks Below Dpc?

Our facing bricks are not engineering or DPC bricks and should always be used with a suitable DPC, and a backing membrane if used in a retaining wall. ... However, providing normal good practices are followed in design and workmanship, there should be no structural issues with MBH bricks if used in brickwork below DPC.

What bricks can be used below DPC?

Aggregate concrete blocks have been used below damp proof course for many years where they have proved to be durable, efficient and highly economical. Aggregate concrete blocks permit fast on-site working since the standard dimension of a block is equivalent to six bricks.

Can you use F2 bricks below DPC?

Bricks Below DPC and at Ground Level

F2 and F1 freeze/thaw resistant bricks are considered satisfactory in these conditions.

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