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Comment on Old Chicago Brick Full Range Veneer (per Sq Ft) by Kiley Murphy

Kiley Murphy — Sun, 21 Jan 2024 00:27:58 +0000

These bricks are perfect for my new indoor patio renovation

Comment on Driveway Brick Pavers: Reasons to Choose a Brick Paver Driveway Over a Concrete Driveway by Mike Lippett

Mike Lippett — Mon, 06 Feb 2017 10:27:58 +0000

I spent many years promoting and selling Clay Pavers around the UK. Quite apart from the obvious benefits of clay over concrete – colour, durability etc, aesthetically, clay is so superior. I have a clay paver drive and path around my house which is as good now as when it was laid nine years ago. Unlike most concrete drives which fade and look dull after a few years, all my pavers need is a clean once a year to remove the algae and they look as good as new.
Unfortunately, Builders Merchants promote concrete due to price, which is of course not the true price when laying costs are taken into account.

Comment on The Many Benefits of Used Brick by Shad Morris

Shad Morris — Mon, 16 Jan 2017 15:00:35 +0000

We have been thinking about getting some brick on our house for a while now, but weren’t sure about the benefits that it has. It’s interesting that you say they are actually very environmentally friendly because of their recycled material! Since we want to try and be greener, this might be a good option for us.

Comment on 6 Reasons to Choose Reclaimed Cobblestone for Your Driveway by admin

admin — Fri, 28 Oct 2016 18:55:55 +0000

Hi Darrell,
Would you please send your contact info and any pics of your brick to info@historicalbricks.com?

Please mention that you commented on the blog.

Thanks!

Comment on Brick Driveway Pavers: The Many Reasons to Consider Paver Drivewaysmany reasons to consider a paver driveway, by admin

admin — Mon, 24 Oct 2016 14:28:22 +0000

Thanks Bill. Yes, this is a very important point! We only recommend our antique street paving bricks (as opposed to bricks reclaimed from building walls) be used for paving in any climates with freeze/thaw conditions. These have been tested and exceed the BIA standards. Thank you!

Comment on Favorite Episodes of “Fixer Upper” Featuring Old Chicago Bricks by Kim Davidson

Kim Davidson — Mon, 10 Oct 2016 18:44:42 +0000

Hi! I love the look of the brick backsplash you used in the “overgrown farmhouse” which I just finished watching AGAIN for the 3rd time! lol…. My main concern is cleanin the dang stuff!!! Would it need to be sealed? Would I have to use a brush on it if my mixer went crazy and threw cake mix which it or I have been known to do! I have a section I need to do on the other side of the room above my stovetop also, so what about the grease and bubbling sauces? I’m so torn! I’m down to my backsplash, hoodtop, and lighting in my kitchen and have hit with decorating ideas blockage, or more like I can’t make a decision…. WHAT IF IT’S THE WRONG ONE????? How do you do this everyday?

Comment on Tips for Creating a Level Walkway when Working with Old Cobblestone by Chip Clark - VP Engineering Services, Brick Industry Association

Chip Clark - VP Engineering Services, Brick Industry Association — Fri, 23 Sep 2016 13:21:00 +0000

Instead of mason’s sand, may want to consider using concrete sand which is coarser and more angular. This should stay in the joint better.

Comment on Brick Driveway Pavers: The Many Reasons to Consider Paver Drivewaysmany reasons to consider a paver driveway, by David Wilson

David Wilson — Sun, 18 Sep 2016 05:17:29 +0000

Pavers are good for improving permeability unless installers use polymeric sand which then makes the pavers impermable again. Installers site weeds and ants and moss as reasons they have to use polymeric sand. How can municipalities encourage permeable driveways to reduce stormwater runoff?