Exterior bricks adorn the outside of a building and can be used to create a wall, chimney, pathway, pillars, and more. As one of the strongest man-made materials, brick offers nearly endless options and is known to withstand the test of time. It takes many years before bricks start to …
Need Foundation Repair? What You Need To Know
Without a solid foundation, it’s impossible to have a stable home. The foundation is one of the most important components of any structure. There are different types of foundations, including a full basement, a slab, or a crawl space. The materials used to craft the actual foundation can include blocks, …
Different Types Of Masonry Work
The word ‘masonry’ is often thrown around, but not always fully understand. A masonry structure includes anything built by fusing together materials with help from mortar. Mortar is a paste form of cement, when it dries it holds together a structure made of bricks, concrete, stone, marble, and other materials. …
Can You Paint Brick?
Brick is a durable material that can last for years and years, but that doesn’t mean you are going to love looking at the same brick wall forever. Painting bricks can offer a refreshed appearance that really alters the style indoors or out. Can you paint brick? – This all depends. …
Should You Lay Your Own Brickwork Or Hire A Professional?
DIY (do-it-yourself) projects are all the rage right now, but some projects are best left to the professionals. Many people often ask if they can lay their own brickwork, and if so, how is it done? It might look simple enough, especially considering the techniques for laying bricks have been …
