Deck 27: Glass Block Masonry

Question 1

Glass block shower systems kits include _____ .

A) glass block mortar
B) plumbing fixtures
C) glass blocks
D) ceramic tile

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Glass blocks can be used for load-bearing or nonload-bearing walls.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Adding antifreeze to white mortar is recommended for application with glass blocks.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

Mortar I System should not be used in curved glass block walls.

Question 5

Which of the following statements is true for commercial installations of glass block?

A) Longer walls or panels of glass should not be laid to a line in mortar.
B) Larger installations require that they be divided into a series of individual panels.
C) Masons use a margin trowel on large commercial installations.
D) Prepackaged mixes are the least expensive option for commercial jobs.

Question 6

In a Mortar II System, you have to add _____ to the height and to the width of the glass block when determining a rough opening.

A) ¼"
B) ½"
C) ¾"
D) 1"

Question 7

The major differences between installing glass block on larger commercial jobs and on residential projects are mostly related to the techniques and methods used to increase production and profit for the masonry contractor.

Question 8

For exterior mortar, an integral type water proofer should be added to the mortar mix.

Question 9

To clean glass blocks laid in mortar, use ______ .

A) acid solutions
B) alkaline materials
C) wire brushes
D) damp sponges

Question 10

Excess mortar in glass block construction should be removed with a regular brick trowel.

Question 11

Mortar I System is designed for ______ .

A) small residential panels or openings that are 25 square feet or less
B) small residential panels or openings that are less than 50 feet
C) panels larger than 25 square feet
D) large commercial panels that are at least 50 square feet

Question 12

Glass blocks must be cut for openings such as doors and windows.

Question 13

The Premiere series glass blocks are recommended for curved or angled panels and shower walls.

Question 14

In lieu of panel anchors, channel-type construction can be used.

Question 15

For large commercial applications, bagged dry premixed mortar is the best option.