Lateral support

Lateral Support would aid a wall from shifting side to side, perpendicular to the path of the wall. Buttresses are an example of lateral support in brick masonry.

“Barnstars” are a commonly-used name for anchor plates. The anchor plates are installed with tie rods often back to floor joist and structural deck framing.

“Barnstars” on Common Brick Wall in Capitol Hill

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