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Detailing masonry parapets
By Walter LaskaS t a ff Arc h i t e cM a s o n ry Advisory CouncilPark Ridge, IllinoisAparapet wall is the portion of awall that extends above theroof. Its purpose might be aes-thetic, hiding mechanical equipmentand providing a distinct roof line. Orit can be functional, helping to preventflames from spreading from rooftop torooftop. Codes often require parapetsfor this parapet walls have two ex-posed surfaces, they can suffer seriousproblems. Both sides of the wall aresubjected to temperature swings andrain. In northern regions, snow driftsup against the walls, further increasingthe possibility of moisture conditions are more severe thanthose that building walls in moderateclimates are subjected to.
quirements for Masonry, ANSI A41.1-1953, American National Standards In-stitute, 1430 Broadway, New York, New York 10018. Editor’s note This article illustrates two good details for masonry parapet walls. But they’re not the only proper details. If you de-tail or build masonry parapet walls dif-ferently, share your design with us and our ...
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