Smooth Face CMU

Extremely durable, fire and mold resistant, and energy efficient due to high thermal mass. Our most popular architectural finish.

Smooth Face CMU

A. Jandris Smooth Face CMU’s are durable, fire and mold resistant, and energy efficient due to high thermal mass. Raw materials are local.

Smooth Face CMU’s are available in a multitude of colors and exhibit a “natural” finish, without showing the aggregate. They can be used for maintenance-free interior and/or exterior applications.

Variations of Smooth Face CMU

Sizes & Specifications

Smooth Face Blocks are available in various shapes and sizes, including half units, half high units, bond beams and lintels (where reinforcing is needed), multiple faces (for two-sided walls or wall caps), scored units, and custom shapes upon request.

Nominal Size Actual Size (WxHxL) Weight
4x8x16 3⅝×7⅝×15⅝ 26 lb
6x8x16 5⅝×7⅝×15⅝ 33 lb
8x8x16 7⅝×7⅝×15⅝ 38 lb
10x8x16 9⅝×7⅝×15⅝ 43 lb
12x8x16 11⅝×7⅝×15⅝ 53 lb

Available Options

Insulation Inserts

Hi-R & Hi-R-H insulated units for energy code compliance and thermal performance. All architectural finishes are available with factory-installed Korfil insulation inserts, delivering tested R-Values up to R-18.

Learn about Insulated CMU

CarbonX Low Carbon Option

All architectural finishes are available with CarbonX technology, which lowers embodied carbon by reducing cement content and increasing CO₂ sequestration — by up to 50%, depending on the product.

Learn about CarbonX

Architectural CMU in the Field

Patriot Place

Foxborough, MA

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Fitchburg Public Safety Building

Foxborough, MA

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Lunenburg High School

Lunenburg, MA

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Resources for Designers

ACMU Guide Specifications

Developed by Kalin Associates in CSI format.

Ground + Split + Smooth Face Cleaning Instructions

Approved cleaning methods. Under no circumstances should acid, highly concentrated cleaners, steam or high-pressure water be used.

TEK Notes & eDetails

Technical resources from CMHA.

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