There is quite a large selection of models among bricks, differing properties and applications. What are the most popular types of bricks and what can we use them for??
- Torn brick, one of the most popular types of brick, which can give a unique flavor to any facade. It is used to make the facade of residential buildings, as well as for cladding fences. Torn brick has many advantages: resistant to damage, temperature changes, it is easy to keep clean and does not require plastering. Another difference is ease of operation. In order to lay such a brick, no need to have special skills. You can order this brick in the GutHaus online store by going to link.
- Ceramic solid brick represents a powerful, durable and aesthetic building material. Of the many types of bricks, the most economical is the use of ceramic bricks. This type of brick, usually, requires an additional decorative and protective layer (finishing).
- Perforated brick has thin walls and a large number of holes. Considering the price, such bricks are readily bought, however, they cannot be used everywhere. They won't fit, eg, for the construction of chimneys (during their construction, only solid bricks should be used). Perforated bricks are great for building walls, fences, as well as for small garden architecture objects.
- Fire brick – this is a material for making fireplaces. Due to its properties it can also be used to create fireboxes, boilers, ovens and smokehouses. High temperature does not have a destructive effect on it.
Tips:
You can independently evaluate the quality of ceramic bricks, hitting it with something metal and listening to the emitted sounds. The higher the pitch of the sound, the better the brick, because it has great elasticity.
The susceptibility of bricks to the formation of efflorescence on the surface can be checked by placing several of them in a container with clean water., it is necessary to immerse the brick in water up to half. If it contains soluble salts, causing stains, the part protruding above the water will quickly become covered with a whitish coating.
