The Architectural Appeal of Old Chicago Brick
In architectural circles, Old Chicago’s fame derives from famous architects such as Frank Lloyd Wright and Daniel Burnham, and the incomparable building material known as Old Chicago brick.
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The Many Benefits of Used Brick
If you are considering remodeling, or adding to, your home’s exterior, you may be trying to decide what building materials would be the best for you to use for your project. If this is the case, you may want to take a moment to consider the benefits of used bricks. Used bricks, often salvaged from old…
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Where Were Purington Pavers Made?
Once the world’s largest brick manufacturer, Purington Pavers Brick Company supplied practically indestructible brick pavers across the United States and around the world for more than 50 years. Now, these historical bricks, which went out of production in the late 1940s when demand for pavers disappeared with the advent of asphalt and concrete streets, are…
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Antique Firebrick Will Set Your Home Apart
There is something very special about a home with historical charm. In many areas, you simply can’t get that feeling with new construction seemingly taking over entire neighborhoods. But if you want to give your home a historical feeling without all the worry that comes with buying an older home, then you should consider antique firebrick….
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Find Yourself in the Not-So-Perfect World of Arts and Crafts Construction: Clinker Brick for Sale
The idea to reuse, re-purpose and recycle may seem modern, but a century ago, architects found the appeal in “trash” bricks and put them to beautiful effect in Arts and Crafts homes and other buildings. These so-called clinker bricks are enjoying a revival in the 21st century as home-builders seek to add a unique touch…
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