Definition of "Bond beam"

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La Rosa Realty, LLC

Continuous beam on top of supporting walls, usually constructed of concrete and often having steel rods for additional strength placed within it. Supplies lateral support as well as distributing concentrated vertical loads along the wall. See also tie beam.

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