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For how much time brick should be soaked in water before laying?

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Question added by Muhammad Khalil , Chief Engineer (Civil) , Water and Sanitation Services Mardan
Date Posted: 2014/09/10
Muhammad EL Faham PMP®
by Muhammad EL Faham PMP® , Construction Manager , Arabtec Construction LLC

Bricks should be soaked in water before use for a period that is sufficient for the water to just penetrate the entire depth of bricks. The period of soaking is generally at least six hours. The period of soaking can be determined by a simple field test at site.

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