All brick walls, old and new, are susceptible to deterioration. Exposure to harsh weather, poor construction, and lack of maintenance can all lead to the failure of brick structures. The key to ...

A few weeks ago a visitor to my AsktheBuilder.com site wanted to know about brick foundations. Karen has an ambitious desire to build a small 900-square-foot house by herself. She is well aware of her ...

When it comes to maintaining the durability of brick masonry wall systems, moisture control is perhaps the most crucial design consideration. Unwanted moisture can cause masonry to experience ...

For more than a century, building archaeologists have believed that the art of brick building in Denmark was imported ...

While performing a preplan survey or conducting crew familiarization in your district, it’s wise to take a second look at brick buildings, particularly downtown. You might be surprised at what you ...

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Power has been restored at a southwest Houston apartment complex after a brick side wall came crashing down and took powerlines with it. All that was left on the side at the ...

If you’ve ever wanted that exposed brick look, this might be the easiest way to get it. The illusion of an exposed brick wall is not as difficult as you’d imagine. First, the red plaster coating is ...