Pointing shapes
The pointing is an essential aspect of the walling structure. Not only are the thickness and colour of the pointing – with which one has ample opportunity to experiment with – but also its shape ultimately determine the general impression of the walling.
Below is a selection of cross-sectional views of the most popular pointing shapes applied in the Netherlands.
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| Flush | Concave | Flush smooth | ||
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| Shadow | Tuck | Slightly recessed | ||
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| Flush brushed | Extended | Keyed |