Bricks, Masonry, Asphalt and Concrete - what to use in expansion joint on brick?

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Houllx
03-30-03, 05:45 PM
What kind of caulk do I need to use in my expansion joints? I have a new house I am building. Its located in Houston so it gets pretty hot. And Do I need to clean out any extra motar in that expasion joint? there is some from the masons. Thanks in advance

the_tow_guy
03-31-03, 05:12 AM
If you're talking about the 1/2" wide or so gaps every so aften in a brick veneer outside wall, my recollection is that those are for ventilation, not expansion. Don't fill them.
fast3
04-03-03, 07:50 PM
Don't see expansion joints in residental work here in DC much. If they are the mortar droppings should be removed, a closed cell backer installed, and single or two part urethane caulk of the appropiate color would be the best product
Bob