Masonry construction is one of the oldest methods of creating built structures. However, the brick wall has changed considerably since the first fired clay bricks were laid nearly 8,000 years ago. To ...

While traditional clay brick continues to be a workhorse material in new construction projects, it is rarely used as a structural building component. When compared to alternative nonstructural veneer ...

With storm season upon most of the country, homes and other buildings made of genuine clay brick have shown superior performance in extreme weather conditions--reducing property damage and increasing ...

Learning and brick-building share a deep affinity: to build with brick is to join a conversation that’s almost as old as civilization itself. Academic structures are often brick, so it’s a common ...

From childhood we are taught to fear poor building choices. Anything less than brick can get a little pig killed, its dream home blown away with a simple huff and puff. Developers appreciate such ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Changing aesthetic preferences, cost considerations, and technological advancements in construction materials make brick facades less popular. Alternatives ...

Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. From childhood we are taught to fear poor building choices. Anything less than brick can get a little pig killed, its dream home blown ...