A solid masonry wall made of standard concrete blocks and mortar. The blocks are rectangular in shape and typically have inner openings (cores). These cores reduce the weight of the block as well as provide a space for reinforcing bars.
For facing, add one of the following components:
Mortar, reinforcing (where necessary) and windows and doors appropriate to the given occupancy and overall building quality.
Consider the following when selecting a quality:
Quantity and quality of windows and doors.
Quality of material and workmanship of exterior and interior wall finishes.
Enter the following for this component:
Wall Area (Square Feet)
Thickness (Inches): 6 - 36
Exterior Walls