Patterned masonry of facing bricks in coffee shades
There are simple expert tips to help you make the right choice of material before buying it:
- high-quality material should not have cracks and other unusual deformations;
- it is better to purchase and deliver bricks in a large batch once. This method of purchasing ensures that the brick is made from the same composition and will have the same color. After all, the difference in shade is an acceptable norm, but such a cladding looks unaesthetic and very doubtful. Also, with a large purchase, there is an economic benefit. Surely the store will provide a discount on bulk purchases;
- at the time of purchasing the product, it is worth asking about the "age" of the material. According to technological requirements, the time from formation to sale should be at least two weeks. During this time, the material hardens and dries, its properties improve. Also, this moment is important both for the transportation of the product and for its laying. The finished brick is much easier to deliver, and it will behave correctly in the masonry;
- If possible, store bricks indoors. If such storage is not possible, it is necessary to protect the building material from moisture ingress into the packaging.
Facing brick not only decorates the facade of the building, but also protects the material from which the house is built
Calculation of the number of bricks for cladding
When calculating the number of bricks for cladding, it is necessary to take into account all the parameters of the house. The shape of the pattern of the facing material, the size of the seam, and the method of laying are also essential. That is why experts recommend making preliminary calculations by laying out 1 sq. m cladding. This will allow you to get extremely accurate indicators.
It is also worth remembering that no matter how strong the facing brick is, there will still be a fight. Therefore, approximately 10% must be added to the calculations. This will allow you not to worry that there may not be enough building material to work on. In addition, having learned the required amount of facing material, you can calculate its cost. The price per m2, multiplied by the number of squares, will allow you to calculate the cost of building material.
Facade facing brick laying
The facade of the building is the face of the whole house. That is why it is worth approaching the work on a professional level. Experience and knowledge are required to carry out such work. Therefore, you should not save on masonry. brick walls... It is necessary to invite a real professional who will do the job at a high level. A real master will not only perform construction work, but will also help to make the right choice of material, to make the right calculations. Thus, the home owner does not have to worry about all the intricacies of purchasing material and its placement. Specialist:
- inspect the structure and calculate the required amount of facing bricks;
- examines the foundations of old houses;
- will help you choose the most advantageous cladding option;
- will perform work at a professional level.
Facade masonry with facing bricks is a job for a professional, because it does not tolerate mistakes.
House foundation and cladding
When building a new house, you should immediately make a margin of safety for the cladding. This is the easiest way to perform work, because the foundation will already allow the weight of the cladding to be loaded on it. A completely different situation arises with the foundation and its capabilities during the restoration of old buildings. Before proceeding with the cladding of an old house, it is recommended to conduct research on the condition of the base. But, as practice shows, in most cases, during restoration work, it is necessary to fill the foundation for the facing material.
Very often this problem haunts wooden houses, the construction of which was carried out on a lightweight foundation. An excellent way out of this situation is to use briquetted facing bricks. It has the same technological characteristics as a brick of conventional shapes, but its effect on the foundation is much lower, because it is half as thin as its counterpart. Also suitable for such old houses and cladding panels for brick facade. They allow you to quickly and simply create a beautiful look.
the facing process takes place separately from the main masonry. When performing this kind of work, you should consider:
- the specifics of the walls. As a rule, old walls need pre-treatment. In addition, it is necessary to check them for cracks and, if any, carry out repairs. Modern means used for the treatment of wooden surfaces can stop the process of destruction. They strengthen and disinfect old material;
- the need for laying heat-insulating material, the presence of a ventilation gap. During reconstruction, it is also necessary to leave space for air ventilation;
- the need for fastening with a supporting structure. This will allow the cladding to be held more firmly and securely. For these purposes, the so-called flexible connections are used - a structure of dowels and wire, which is installed through several rows of masonry;
- the quality of the solution. As a rule, a special mixture is used for such masonry, which reduces the thickness of the seam, and, as a result, the weight of the entire cladding.
