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Concrete Block Sizes
Posted: Sun Sep 16, 2007 7:54 pm
by emmaandaj
Hi,
Just trying to work out how many blocks i will need-cant find the dimensions of the large hollow concrete blocks on the internet anywhere! Dont suppose anyone knows the dimensions in mm?
Cheers Andy
Posted: Sun Sep 16, 2007 8:56 pm
by MattyS
I will have to check my notes but i think they are 215mm
Posted: Sun Sep 16, 2007 8:58 pm
by DIGGERDAVE
440mm long, 215mm high, 225mm wide. Add 10mm for mortar joints.
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Posted: Mon Sep 17, 2007 7:38 pm
by emmaandaj
Cheers Raffle boy!
Will have a measure up and do the maths
Did you say use normal brings for the rounded edge?
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Posted: Mon Sep 17, 2007 9:18 pm
by DIGGERDAVE
Use smaller units for curves as you can 'bend' them easier. Might have to chop the inside corners of the bricks to get a good front joint.
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