We all love the idea of using stone and brick but sometimes it can be difficult to find an application. Below are some amazing and clever stone and brick cladding ideas. Feature Walls Brick veneer staircase walls, stone cladded living area, faux brick bedroom walls, bathroom walls finished in stone cladding panels, etc Fireplaces Using […]
It is important for developers, architects and bricklayers to understand the causes of efflorescence and how to prevent it. Below you will find a concise guide outlining the definition of efflorescence, how to identify it, causes, how to minimise the risk. Definition It is identified by the deposit of soluble salts on the surface of […]
Below you will find a quick and easy guide to installing your chosen brick effect tiles. The end result is what some people may refer to as a faux brick wall using brick effect tiles. However, this will depend on your chosen facing brick. Natural Clay Facing Brick Tiles If you choose a natural clay […]
Superior Building Brick & Thin Brick Products The construction Industry can be very competitive and demands high quality products and workmanship. Brick prices can vary considerably which is why our client base is constantly growing. We offer superior building brick and thin brick slips at very competitive rates whilst uncompromising on quality. Delivered on Time […]
Parkside 3 and 4 Bedroom Housing Development We are very proud to showcase our Mulreed Multi brick used in this beautiful 3 and 4 bedroom housing development in Parkside, Dublin. We have been working closely with Developers and Designers, Cairn Homes, who have created this beautiful brick façade,housing development. Phase One has been completed using […]
BBQ pits, garden walls, feature walls, cladded pergolas, water features, enclosed terraces, raised beds, etc. By simply selecting high quality superior stone cladding and brick tiles you can create a beautiful outdoor space. Summer garden ideas are endless when using bricks, brick slips or stone cladding. Why not give your garden that well needed facelift. Thin […]
One of the first questions we get asked at Likestone is, ‘What do i need to install stone cladding panels?’ It is a very valid question. You may need to consider a few things when asking this question. For example, will you be using your stone cladding panel as an internal or external veneer? How […]
Everyone is in a mad panic at the moment because of our lack of water. Well, ok, we see the reasoning but what about the poor owld brick? Didn’t anyone think of the poor owld brick? Admittedly, the lush green grass of home looks a little jaundiced and we’re pretty sure there’s been a few […]
It might seem like you’re in the psychadelic world of Pink Floyd as you read on but regardless of which side of the proverbial wall you find yourself on, it is difficult to avoid the news headlines these days. Trump, in all his majesty, loves his walls, bless him! The big plan to build 1900 […]
‘Lines like these have got to be an Architect’s dream’ says the famous singer/songwriter, Kate Bush. Reclaimed brick slips may not have been Kate’s obvious inspiration, but we can read between those ‘lines’. Thank you Kate! Did you know that our beautiful Reclaimed Brick Slips were once a fully fledged building brick? It’s […]
