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Show Fig. 48 (upper left, facing FSe) "Bricking" over adobe. Spring City. The technique of applying colored plaster over adobe was common in all parts of Utah where sun-dried brick was utilized. The smooth plaster was scored to simulate brick and stone. Fig. 49 House exteriors. Early settlers in Utah utilized a variety of stone in house building. The preference for geometric regularity guided the masons' hands. (A: upper right, facing page) Coursed granite masonry, Willard. (B: lower left, facing page) Raised coursing over regular limestone, Manti. (C: lower right, facing page) Raised joints over irregular volcanic stone, Beaver (Thomas Frazer's decorative "Scottish" masonry.) Fig. 50 Log House with plaster covering. Spring City. The willow lathe suggests that the plaster is an early and integral part of the house design. 47 |