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*Fibalath - [https://www.menards.com/main/building-materials/metal-framing/55-fibalath/flx7206-a/p-1525847276775.htm] | *Fibalath - [https://www.menards.com/main/building-materials/metal-framing/55-fibalath/flx7206-a/p-1525847276775.htm] | ||
:*Cost of 50 cents per square foot | :*Cost of 50 cents per square foot | ||
:*$80 for 39.5" x 55' or 181ft^2 or '''$2.26/ft^2''' | |||
*Basalt mesh - 3x more expensive - [http://store.concreteexchange.com/Basalt-Reinforcing-Mesh-and-Scrim-for-Concrete_2] | *Basalt mesh - 3x more expensive - [http://store.concreteexchange.com/Basalt-Reinforcing-Mesh-and-Scrim-for-Concrete_2] | ||
*Metal lath - $7.50 for 16 square feet or 47 cents/sf | *Metal lath - $7.50 for 16 square feet or 47 cents/sf | ||
Revision as of 17:03, 15 November 2019
- This is a method for seismic reinforcement of masonry structures, though it can be used for other building materials as well.
- Hear explanation of the Basket Technique for earthquake reinforcement at https://youtu.be/IuQB3x4ZNeA?t=1735
- Concept: use mesh on both sides of the wall, and cross tie 2 meshes through the wall.
- Requires that mesh span around the bond beam, sides, and bottom
Materials
- Fibalath - [1]
- Cost of 50 cents per square foot
- $80 for 39.5" x 55' or 181ft^2 or $2.26/ft^2