Split Face Concrete Block Wall
Because of the manufacturing process of a split face block no two units are exactly alike which offers aesthetic depth to building design.
Split face concrete block wall. Split face masonry is thermally efficient sound absorbent and fire resistant making it a preferred product in the construction of commercial projects such as theaters schools and municipal buildings. Optional step and cap accessories provide even more design versatility. The split face texture typically provides a more aesthetically pleasing presentation on exterior walls than a smooth finish. Description documents add a decorative touch to your construction project with this split face block.
Smooth finishes are also available. This block is available in two different colors to fit with the design scheme of your project. The straight split face block retaining wall system provides clean lines for a wide range of retaining wall projects. The price for standard units is about 3 each.
This lends itself to customization through the use of different colored aggregates. Concrete masonry provides a cost effective answer to a variety of essential building needs including structure fire separation architectural finish sound control and low maintenance. The problems seen with many split faced block buildings have been the result of water intrusion. Both structural an non structural splitface concrete blocks are available.
For an attractive retaining wall with enduring performance the diamond product is the perfect choice. The rough surface adds dimension while discouraging graffiti when used for masonry walls. Non standard versions are available in other sizes and styles for 3 to 5 each. This 8 wide load bearing block has a rugged natural texture on one side and is ideal for structural walls.
Our split face masonry can be used as a load bearing wall or as a veneer and it blends well with other architectural block finishes. The symptoms include water stains and bubbling paint on ceilings and walls warping and buckling hardwood floors water dripping from exterior wall outlets and light switch boxes musty smells and mold formation. Concrete masonry unit split face finish nitterhouse masonry split face cmu has a textured relief look that provides depth and dimension to each individual block while still demonstrating superior quality and durability. Split face like all our architectural units contain an integral water repellent.
Often referred to as a concrete masonry unit or cmu a standard split face cinder block is 8 by 8 by 16 inches made of concrete and features a textured pattern on only one side. Split face architectural masonry units have an attractive natural rough stone appearance produced by molding two units together then splitting them apart after curing. Split face concrete masonry units are a special class of decorative block that feature a rough stone like texture created by splitting the blocks during production. Splitface concrete blocks are available a variety of both common and specialty concrete block sizes.
This process means no two units are exactly alike.