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When using outdoor wall coverings, and in particular with regard to the masonry substrate, can expansion joints be a problem?

April 26, 2017coverings expansion joints masonry Outdoor particular problem regard Substrate wall

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When using outdoor wall coverings, and in particular with regard to the masonry substrate, can expansion joints be a problem?

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No, but it must be remembered that expansion joints have to be provided for areas of over 9-12 square metres and that there must be at least two horizontal expansion joints in line with the concrete members supporting each floor.