Types of Brick Siding

Brick siding is a thin layer of brick to give the appearance of a solid brick wall. There are flat tiles, interlocking tiles and panels. Brick siding is used to give a home the appearance of brick, but does not require the labor-intensive work needed to put the home together.

Application

Brick siding is usually applied to wood or concrete structures using adhesive or mortar in between. Mortar is a mixture of cement, sand, lime and water.

Flat Tiles

These are tiles that look and feel like normal bricks, meant to be laid in a similar fashion. The tiles are arranged and mortar is applied to the joints.

Interlocking Tiles

These are tiles that can be applied vertically or horizontally and slide into each other. Some do not require mortar at all.

Panels

Panels are typically large blocks of brick siding that are installed one at a time against each other. These can be made of synthetic materials making them more durable.

Warning

Because brick sidings may leak in heavy rainstorms it is important to install water barriers against the wall. Improper installation also leads to mold and wood rot.

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