Masonry facts for kids
Masonry is a way of building things using individual pieces, like bricks or stones. These pieces are held together with a special glue called mortar. The word "masonry" can also mean the building pieces themselves.
Common materials used in masonry include brick, different types of stone (like marble, granite, travertine, and limestone), concrete blocks, glass blocks, and tile. Masonry is known for being a very strong and long-lasting way to build.
What is Masonry Used For?
Masonry is often used to build the walls of buildings. It's also great for retaining walls, which hold back soil, and for important monuments. Brick is the most common type of masonry material you'll see. Concrete blocks are also becoming very popular because they are similar and strong.
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Images for kids
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Dry set masonry supports a rustic log bridge. This helps the log last longer by keeping it dry.
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Brick Work
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Masonry repair work done to a brick wall.
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Concrete masonry units (CMUs) or blocks in a basement wall before they are covered.
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Stone Masonry
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Gabion Wall
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A comparison showing how stress spreads in an elastic body (left) versus a masonry model (right). You can see how stress is very focused on the right.
See also
In Spanish: Mampostería para niños
