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Understanding Thin Brick
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Commonly referred to as brick veneer, thin brick is a multifaceted and lightweight construction material that looks like conventional brick. Laticrete mortar is used to install thin brick as it adheres to different surfaces. But before installation begins, start understanding thin brick and its uses and benefits.

Thin brick varieties

Various thin bricks are available for different purposes and preferences. These varieties also come in a wide selection of colors and washes.

For example, Old Texas Thin Brick mimics the look of reclaimed brick. General Shale Thin Brick is an ideal choice for a rustic brick accent wall in your business or home without load-bearing walls.

Size and thickness

Thin brick is generally less than 1” thick, making them easier to install. Sizes and thickness can vary based on the manufacturer’s designs.

Before starting your next build, talk with us to determine the best brick for your project. What’s more, strength and durability are not compromised just because the brick is thinner.

Cost and Efficiency

 Because the bricks are thin, less raw material is needed in production. Thus, thin brick is a cost-effective option for achieving the look of traditional brick. In addition, this type of brick requires less time and labor when installing, adding to the overall efficiency.

Where thin brick can be used

Incredibly versatile, thin brick can be used for interior and exterior applications. From walls to fireplaces to backsplashes, start understanding thin brick and its uses with these examples.

  • Interior walls: Add a thin brick wall to create a unique aesthetic or look with a feature wall in residential and commercial spaces.
  • Exterior Façades: Installed on the exterior of buildings, this brick enhances their appearance.
  • Backsplashes: Installed as a backsplash in kitchens and bathrooms, this can visually enhance the space. Plus, it’s an easy-to-clean material.
  • Flooring: Although not as common as other options, thin brick can be used in high-traffic areas for an upgraded flooring aesthetic.
  • Fireplaces: Using thin brick on your fireplace creates a beautiful and durable addition. Create patterns and use different washes and colors for extra visual appeal.
  • Landscaping: Providing a durable and aesthetically pleasing option, this type of brick can be used in outdoor landscaping projects for walkways, patios, gardens and retaining walls.

Summary

Now that you have taken the first steps to understanding thin brick, are you ready to learn more? Discover the available varieties Capital Brick has to offer and identify what they’re best used for now. After that, contact Capital Brick to begin your next project.

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5 Ways To Elevate Your Home With Stone
5 Ways To Elevate Your Home With Stone 1440 754 South Alabama Brick

Whether you want a touch of elegance or a cozy retreat, stone can help you achieve your desired aesthetic within or outside your home. If you haven’t considered how to elevate your home with stone, read on for design inspiration.

Upgrade your home’s exterior.

Stone has varied options and styles, from manufactured stone to natural stone, allowing for diverse home designs.

What’s more, stone facades and veneers reinforce wall strength and increase property value. Natural stone is ideal for creating either timeless motifs or modern, dramatic exteriors.

Create an interior focal point.

Add depth, dimension and warmth to a living space with stone accents. From stacked stone to sleek slate, showcase your unique style and taste with an original accent wall. Create a visual masterpiece that brings in colors and patterns—and sparks conversations!

Other ways to elevate your home with stone include surrounding a fireplace with stone, using it for a backsplash in the kitchen or flooring throughout.

Design a spa-like bathroom.

Transform your bathroom into a spa-like retreat with natural stone. Cover the walls around your bathtub or shower enclosure with stone panels. After a long day, the natural textures and colors will provide a calm and peaceful ambiance that is ideal for relaxing.

Stone furniture and accessories.

Incorporate stone furniture into your décor for a rustic charm. Hints of sophistication can be found in stone end tables, coffee tables, lamps and sculptures. Craft a stone bench or sitting area with comfortable cushions and throw pillows, perfect for reading and lounging.

Enhance your backyard.

From outdoor fireplaces to outdoor kitchens, stone accents can enhance your outdoor living space. Pathways, fire pits, fireplaces, grills, seats, garden walls and entertainment areas are a few ways stone can improve your outdoor ambiance.

Summary

Finally, elevate your home with stone by working with Capital Brick in Montgomery, a premier brick and stone distributor in the Southeast. Our talented team can help you sort through the varied options until no stone is left unturned! Visit our showrooms today in Montgomery, AL and Phenix City, AL . Read our blogs for more on brick, stone and other building materials.

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Choosing the Right Brick for Your Building Project
Choosing the Right Brick for Your Building Project 1440 754 South Alabama Brick

One of the most critical decisions when starting a building project is selecting the right type of bricks. When choosing brick for your building project, there are various factors to consider, including the size, color and texture.

Let’s review what to factor into your decision, brick by brick!

Type of bricks.

Understanding the many types and materials available when choosing bricks for your building project is essential.  Each has unique qualities that can impact how they function and look.

Whether longevity, thermal efficiency or visual appeal are your top priorities, trust our talented team of professionals at Capital Brick, a division of South Alabama Brick, to help you choose the ideal bricks for your building projects.

The size and shape.

Bricks come in various sizes and shapes. The dimensions you decide on can affect construction time and costs. Typically, residential bricks are Queen size (2 ¾” H x 2 ¾” D x 7 5/8” L). They tend to be cost-effective and easy to work with.

Durability.

All clay bricks are very durable. Most offer a lifetime warranty.

Availability.

Before you start your building project, double-check with your supplier to see if the brick you want is readily available. Remember to communicate firm deadlines and timelines early to ensure the bricks and building supplies you want are delivered to the job site during the desired time frame.

Aesthetics and functionality.

Clay brick offers a nice balance between aesthetics and functionality. The experts at Capital Brick can help you explore the wide range of options in different colors, textures and finishes. We have more than 70 years of combined experience!

Summary

Rest assured that the brick you select for your building project will stand the test of time. Whether it’s a commercial or residential project, our selection of clay brick accommodates a variety of architectural tastes and styles. Learn more about our residential and commercial collections. Contact us with any questions and to get started on your next project!

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Why Choose Brick? High Wind Protection
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High wind protection – A Shelter from the Storm study conducted in September 2004 shows that homes built with brick offer dramatically more protection from wind-blown debris than homes built with vinyl or fiber-cement siding. Conducted at the Wind Science and Engineering Research Center at Texas Tech University, the study demonstrated that a medium-sized wind-blown object, such as a 7.5-foot long 2 x 4, would penetrate homes built with vinyl or fiber-cement siding at a speed of 25 mph. By comparison, the same object would need to travel at a speed exceeding 80 mph in order to penetrate the wall of a brick home. The tests found that homes made with brick exceed the 34 mph impact resistance requirement for high velocity hurricane zones in the Florida building code. Brick also exceeds Florida’s impact resistance requirements for essential facilities in hurricane areas. Brick is such a strong and durable building material that your insurance companies may even offer you a discount on your home insurance costs.

 

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Better Look, Less Maintenance – Choose Brick
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When selecting exterior building products, brick offers countless advantages over all other options. Proven for centuries, brick offers exceptional fire protection, superior moisture control, high wind protection, and are naturally energy efficient. Its modular units and variety of shapes have resulted in beautiful structures in just about every architectural style, ranging from colonial to Victorian to post-modernist.

Brick also offers lasting value and is virtually maintenance free. With practically no upkeep or repairs, homeowners avoiding ongoing costs, well as energy bill savings. When it’s time to sell, brick rates well because it’s trusted over newer cladding materials that haven’t stood the test of time.

Unlike other products, color is baked into brick so it lasts for a lifetime. One of the few materials that can actually look better with age, brick also absorbs noise, giving it an acoustic advantage over other materials – especially helpful in densely populated areas.

Brick are permanent. Weather and age proof, brick won’t tire like other man made materials. It will not rot, dent, or need to be painted, and it will never tear. Brick will not be eaten by termites. This certainly explains ads for “all-brick” houses much more often than ads for “all-vinyl” or “all-EIFS” neighborhoods. SABCO Brick Looks Best

With hundreds of brick colors, styles and textures, from browns to dramatic reds, warm tans, cool grays, light whites, smooth, sand faced & tumbled, traditional to modern contemporary, we are sure to have the brick for your project.

 

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Brick – The Superior Shelter
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