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Introduction

An overview of the advantages of using brick

The 10 Major Items to Consider with Brick on Wood Frame Construction

Our list of the top 10 concerns when using brick veneer over a wood frame

Brick sizes

Sizes, dimensions and nomenclature

Choosing a Brick

Architectural romantics might suppose that the size of brick selected doesn't matter, but I don't believe it when it comes to the cost of construction

System Comparisons

How brick veneer compares to other cladding materials

Why it pays to use brick

Brick Economics - initial cost - life cycle cost, etc.

Suggested Details

Brick details

How size effects cost

How larger units cut labor costs

How cost per 1000 effects real world cost

 

Cleaning New Brick Masonry

Constructing clean brick-work greatly minimizes the amount of work required later. There are several important factors to consider in this regard.

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Choosing a Brick

Architectural romantics might suppose that the size of brick selected doesn't matter, but I don't believe it when it comes to the cost of construction

Brick's Unmatched 100+ Year Life Expectancy Boosts its Green Rating

Newsletter detailing the environmental friendliness of brick construction

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