A lot of people stain bricks, there are many reasons for this activity. Bricks require regular maintenance even though they’re among the sturdiest building materials available. Nothing that is used to build houses and commercial buildings is impervious. Over time, bricks experience some form of decay due to weather and other outside effects. One of … Continue reading “How to Stain Brick – It’s Not The Same As Painting Bricks”

Cinder blocks are a great choice for building a garage because they’re stronger than steel or wood frame garages. They’re durable and can easily hold up the weight of any beams or roofing. Cinder blocks are preferred by construction companies that build industrial facilities because they can better withstand any fire or explosion dangers and … Continue reading “Building a Cinder Block Garage – What To Know And Avoid”

Material cost is an important consideration for a lot of builders and home owners. We regularly get asked the question, “How much does a pallet of bricks weight?”, and our answer is that it depends on the brick. Bricks have been a highly sought-after material in buildings for decades. They are easy to maintain and … Continue reading “How Much Does a Pallet of Bricks Weigh? It’s All in the Brick”

Reclaimed Chicago bricks are some of the most sought-after antique bricks on the market. Most people love this type of brick because they give buildings elegance and age well. Builders have been using reclaimed brick for years because of their reliability. Reclaimed bricks all come with individual pockmarks, lines and other characteristics that when put … Continue reading “Reclaimed Chicago brick – Chicago Brick Co”