Properties of Brick Paving

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An expert reference guide about the properties bricks used for paving. Covers size, colors, durability/strength, stain resistance, and cost. If you’re considering the use of brick paving as part of your landscaping plan, it’s helpful to have a clear understanding of the material. Here we look at the properties of brick paving. Size of Brick […]

How to Repair Brick Siding

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Learn how to repair brick siding with this expert how-to with step-by-step, including instructions for repairing mortar, removing paint, water stains, and efflorescence. Most problems with brick sidings occur along the mortar joints or have to do with stains on the bricks themselves. If mortar is poorly applied or contains substandard ingredients, it will eventually […]

How to Build a Brick Garden Path: A Step-by-Step Guide

laying bricks in sand

An expert step-by-step guide on building a garden path, with tips about tools and materials along with detailed step-by-step instructions. Create an attractive, natural garden path with easy-to-install bricks on sand. Even a beginning do-it-yourselfer can accomplish this project in a day. Materials: Common bricks, masonry sand, two 4-foot long 2x2s or 2x4s, one 3-foot […]