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Comment on the use of reclaimed clay bricks
Publication Year
2014
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Arguments supporting the use of reclaimed bricks, covering technical appearance, suitability, frost resistance, soluble salt content, efflorescence, strength, water absorption, movement joints, sizes, paving, environmental issues. Explores the reclaiming process including different cleaning techniques, matching and stabilisation.
Document History
This document is no longer available from the original publisher, therefore the status is unconfirmed. January 2014 edition. Supersedes Observations on the use of reclaimed clay bricks (2001). Supported by CITB.
Publisher Information
Brick Development Association
The Brick Development Association produce specialist books and other publications relating to the design and specification of bricks and brickwork.
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