How can I find brick to match my house?

The best way to find the right kind of matching brick is to track down the original manufacturer of your old brick. Unfortunately, this might be harder than it seems. Sometimes a manufacturer will change facilities.

Is there an app to identify bricks?

We have recently updated the Brick Matcher app, which helps users identify the right brick for their projects. Whether out on site or in the office, the app makes it easy to view our entire range of bricks and the relevant technical data.

How do you match existing brick mortar?

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Do bricks change colour?

Unlike paint which coats the surface, brick tints are absorbed and chemically bonded to the masonry. This preserves the original texture and character of the brick, resulting in a natural-looking change of colour thats permanent and doesnt require any ongoing maintenance.

Can I change the colour of brick?

Brick tinting is the process of physically changing the colour of brickwork to match surrounding areas by applying a bespoke coloured tint to each individual brick or the mortar joints.

Does brick mortar come in different colors?

The most common mortar color selections are standard gray, white, and buff. This mortar selection pulls out the terra cotta tones on the brick offering a softer contrast throughout the look of the wall. As with most design selections, interior or exterior, mortar colors are offered at different price levels.

What type of mortar is used for brick?

CEMEXs Type N Masonry Cement, Type S Masonry Cement and Type M Masonry Cement are specially formulated and manufactured to produce masonry mortar. The masonry mortar is often used in brick, concrete block and stone masonry construction; it is also used to produce stone plaster.

Can I age bricks?

Place dirt in a bucket and add water until it is the consistency of thick pancake batter. Just as in a garden when planting, topsoil works best. Smear the mud onto the bricks you want to age, and firmly press the moss into it. The moss will adhere and grow onto the bricks, giving an aged appearance.

How do I change the look of my red brick?

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