Installation Guide

Seves Glass Block
Mortar Glass Block Installation System
Assembly Instructions
Introduction:
The Mortar I System utilizes Seves Glass Block perimeter
channels on all four sides. You will also use Universal
Mortar Spacers and glass block mortar to produce clean,
consistent 1/4" joints and a traditional grid look.
The Mortar II System does not use the Seves Glass Block
perimeter channels but instead utilizes expansion strips,
panel reinforcing and panel anchors. You will also use
Universal Mortar Spacers and glass block mortar to produce
clean, consistent 1/4" joints and a traditional
grid look.
Here is additional information about each method.
Mortar I: (page 3)
• This method is designed for use with Seves Glass
Block 4-in (4" thick) and 3-in (3" thick) Series Glass
Block.
• The installation recommendations are for small
residential panels of 25 sq. ft. or less.
• Not for use in constructing curved glass block walls.
• Interior and exterior panels must be framed on all
four sides.
Note: This method is not to be used in constructing
curved glass block applications. All glass block panels
are non-load bearing, so adequate provisions must be
made for support of construction around the panel.
Mortar II: (page 14)
• This method is designed for use with Seves Glass Block
4-in (4” thick) and 3-in (3” thick) Series Glass Block.
• The installation recommendations may be used for
interior or exterior residential panels larger than 25
sq. ft.
• This method may be used to install projects framed
on two, three, or four sides.
• 4-in Series - Panel size limitations - Interior (250 sq.
ft. max) and *Exterior (144 sq. ft. max.).
• 3-in Series - Panel size limitations - Interior (150 sq.
ft. max.) and *Exterior (85 sq. ft. max.).
* Exterior panel size limitations are based on a 20
PSF (pounds per square foot). For higher windloads
consult local building codes or call Seves Glass Block at
1-877-SE VES11 (738-3711).
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