Bond beams in load-bearing masonry walls are constructed of either masonry bond beam units or as reinforced concrete beams. What is (are) the advantage(s) of using reinforced concrete bond beams?

What will be an ideal response?


Reinforced concrete beams are more robust and stronger than masonry bond beams, giving a better distribution of
floor and roof loads on the wall below.

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