Stretcher Wall
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Stretcher Wall
Stretcher walls are a type of brickwork masonry common in many areas of the world. This form of masonry is used frequently in the construction of houses, and while the exact details may vary from region to region, the basics of the technique remain the same. The technique involves a series of bricks laid out in a pattern known as a stretcher, which is a staggered pattern of overlapping bricks. This means that the bricks are laid so that the end of each brick is offset from the end of the preceding brick, creating a staggered effect that provides greater stability and strength to the wall. This technique is often used in areas where the soil is not suitable for more traditional forms of masonry, and it is also often used to create walls that are more aesthetically pleasing than the more traditional forms of masonry.
Stretcher, Masonry, Wall, Brickwork, Pattern.
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