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Concrete Half Block 8" x 8" x 8", Medium Weight
by Griff
Original price
$3.55
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Original price
$3.55
Original price
$3.55
$3.55
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$3.55
Current price
$3.55
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SKU CBS888
Concrete Half Block 8 in. x 8 in. x 8 in., Medium Weight
A standard 8 x 8 x 8 in. gray concrete half block. It lets you end a wall or finish alternate courses on bond without cutting full blocks. Medium weight, sold by the each.
Use it with the 8 x 8 x 16 in. standard block.
Features and Common Uses
- Half-length unit that removes the need to cut blocks at wall ends and corners
- Square, uniform block with a consistent gray color and texture
- Meets ASTM C90 for load-bearing concrete masonry units
- Medium weight, about 18 lb each
Commonly used for:
- Wall ends and openings on alternating courses
- Foundation and retaining walls
- Garden walls, piers and utility structures
Specifications
| Product | Standard Concrete Half Block |
|---|---|
| Nominal Size (H x W x L) | 8 in. x 8 in. x 8 in. |
| Actual Size (H x W x L) | 7-5/8 in. x 7-5/8 in. x 7-5/8 in. |
| Weight Class | Medium |
| Weight | approx. 18 lb |
| Material | Concrete |
| Color | Gray |
| Compressive Strength | 1,900 psi |
| Standard | ASTM C90 |
| Sold As | Each |
Weight, 7-5/8 in. actual size, strength and ASTM C90 conformance per the listing for a standard 8 x 8 x 8 in. concrete half block. Exact weight varies by region and batch. Source: 8 in. x 8 in. x 8 in. Concrete Half Block, product listing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a half block used for?
It finishes the end of a wall on alternating courses so the joints stay on bond and you do not need to cut a full block.
How much does one half block weigh?
About 18 lb each.
What full-size block goes with it?
The 8 x 8 x 16 in. standard concrete block.