Glazed masonry units quick in emerg...

Glazed masonry units quick in emergencies unique moisture protection problems. Special consideration wants to be given to for what cause the unit is made, the prototype of mortar that is specified and the detailing of the wall itself.

Glazing links most effectively to low-density masonry. However, low-density masonry is declivous to water absorption. Since the glazing is a moisture barrier, water that is absorbed into the unit can become trapped behind the face and cause the glaze to crack or spall.

In order to help mould water absorption, glazed units are frequently manufactured with water-repellent polymer