Dictionary of Moisture Protection & Restoration

RGMB = Reinforced-Grouted –Masonry-Brick. Retarder = Mortar additive that slows down setting. Retemper = To remix mortar by adding more water. Revetment = Same as parging. Rich mortar = Mortar high in cementitious material. Rip block = Concrete block not in full height. Rise = Vertical direction. Rowlock =

Masonry units laid on face edge with end facing out. Also spelled rolok. Rubbed joint = Flushed mortar joint; joint is rubbed flat to the face of the masonry units. Rubble - rubblework =

1. Rough, irregular stone. 2. Stone masonry built of rubble. Run = Horizontal direction.

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