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Q: In which of the following type of pointing, a groove is formed at the centre of the height by a pointer?
  • A. Struck pointing
  • B. Beaded pointing
  • C. Keyed pointing
  • D. Recessed pointing
Correct Answer: Option C - Pointing– Pointing is the finishing of mortar joints in the construction of brick masonry It is classified as following types– Recessed pointing– In this case the face of the pointing is kept vertical and it is pressed inside the wall surface by a suitable tool to depth of 5 mm or more Keyed or rubbed or grooved pointing– In this type pointing, a groove is formed by a pointer at the centre of height. It gives better appearance and is generally adopted. Struck pointing– In struck pointing the face of pointing is kept inclined, this joint dispose off water easily. Beaded pointing– This type of pointing is formed by a steel or iron rod with a concave edge. It is difficult to maintain. V-pointing– In this pointing a V-shaped groove is formed in the mortar joint.
C. Pointing– Pointing is the finishing of mortar joints in the construction of brick masonry It is classified as following types– Recessed pointing– In this case the face of the pointing is kept vertical and it is pressed inside the wall surface by a suitable tool to depth of 5 mm or more Keyed or rubbed or grooved pointing– In this type pointing, a groove is formed by a pointer at the centre of height. It gives better appearance and is generally adopted. Struck pointing– In struck pointing the face of pointing is kept inclined, this joint dispose off water easily. Beaded pointing– This type of pointing is formed by a steel or iron rod with a concave edge. It is difficult to maintain. V-pointing– In this pointing a V-shaped groove is formed in the mortar joint.

Explanations:

Pointing– Pointing is the finishing of mortar joints in the construction of brick masonry It is classified as following types– Recessed pointing– In this case the face of the pointing is kept vertical and it is pressed inside the wall surface by a suitable tool to depth of 5 mm or more Keyed or rubbed or grooved pointing– In this type pointing, a groove is formed by a pointer at the centre of height. It gives better appearance and is generally adopted. Struck pointing– In struck pointing the face of pointing is kept inclined, this joint dispose off water easily. Beaded pointing– This type of pointing is formed by a steel or iron rod with a concave edge. It is difficult to maintain. V-pointing– In this pointing a V-shaped groove is formed in the mortar joint.