Describe the properties of faced blocks.
What will be an ideal response?
Faced blocks have the exposed surface covered with a ceramic glaze or a plastic overlay, or they are polished by grinding the surface smooth. Decorative blocks,such as fluted or scored,are made with many different face designs. Typically they are pierced or recessed to produce an unusualpatternedwall surface. A decorative privacy wall is an example. Common sizes are 8 X 16 in. and 12 X 12 in. Special designs can be made by the block manufacturer to meet the requirements of an architect.
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