Thermal performance of cement UNDERSTANDING THERMAL PERFORMANCE THEORY K- AND R-VALUES 1. Basic theory of heat transmission 2. Thermal conductivity...

Thermal performance of brickwork Brickwork, by the virtue of its high bulk density, has a corresponding large thermal capacity, with...

Brick facts Measurements and weight: Cement bricks : 210x100x70mm / ±2,2 kg Genuine clay bricks : 222x106x73mm / ±3,1 kg...

Acoustic performance of brickwork Except in very special situations, mass is still the best defence against noise penetration.  One of...

Accommodation of movement through design Bricks and brickwork like other materials, exhibit dimensional instability in service.  The amount of movement...

Mortars for bricks A good mortar should produce a satisfactory joint between bricks.  For external work the mortar must develop...

Exclusion of water from buildings Major causes of rain penetration Rain penetration in buildings can result from a number of...

Surface treatments for brickwork This section deals primarily with the application of surface coatings to common brickwork. Common brick protection...

Cleaning of brickwork General precautions Staining on brickwork is generally due to external causes but sometimes may result from salts...

Blending of bricks As is well known by  Architects and Builders alike, the artistic, and aesthetic qualities of brick wall...

Tips for bricks Thank you for deciding on “clay” bricks.  You have made the right and wise decision.  You have...

Choose building materials carefully BUILDING a new home is the biggest single life-time investment made by the average person.  It...

Benefits of clay bricks RETURN ON INVESTMENT The true cost of owning a home is measured by how much it...

Paving with clay bricks For stylish paved areas, clay bricks offer an appealing low-maintenance surface that matures with age.  Strong...

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