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As one of the Ireland’s leading distributors of bricks and brick slips products, Likestone has been stocking and fitting the largest selection of bricks and brick slips products since 2005.
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How to modernise your fireplace with Brick Veneer
/in Uncategorized/by Stephen O'ConnorAre you tired of how your living room looks? Does it need a fresh lick of paint and a bit of a facelift?
Here you will find a few simple and creative ideas to create a modern contemporary feature out of your existing fireplace. Easy to install brick veneer can be installed quickly and easily.
Corso Selmo long format
How to reclad an existing marble fireplace?
Salvaged Brick Slips
How to use stick on Salvaged brick on an existing timber Fireplace?
Corso Smoked Long Format
Roman Brick Explained
/in Uncategorized/by Stephen O'ConnorRaw materials used to produce Roman Bricks
Originally, Roman bricks were produced using soft mud and let dry off out in the sun. This process gradually developed into firing clay in a kiln, typically a chamber Kiln or a Hoffman Kiln.
Characteristics of Roman Brick?
What Happens in the Kiln?
There are 8 stages which the raw material goes through in the Kiln, each stage as important as the next.
Hoffman Kiln
For further information on the 8 stages in the Kiln, please see our blog on What Happens in the Kiln?
Likestone are one of the distributors reintroducing Roman long brick to the building and design industry. The longer format than that of Uk sizes is very appealing to Architects and Designers alike. Likestone’s Corso Roman Long Brick is a perfect example of a unique product based on traditional design.
What is an Engineering Brick?
/in Uncategorized/by Stephen O'ConnorThere are many types of bricks available in the construction Industry which serve different purposes. One such brick is an engineering brick. Here are some of the questions Likestone Ireland are asked about Engineering Bricks.
What is the purpose of an Engineering Brick?
Engineering bricks are specifically made to improve the technical and structural performance of a wall or building. They are more useful from a practical point of view rather than to improve the look of a building.
Can you use Engineering Bricks as facing Bricks?
Generally, engineering bricks are not used for their aesthetic value but rather for their compressive strength and low water absorption. A natural clay brick slip is a better alternative for a facing brick or a brick veneer.
What are the applications of Engineering Bricks?
Traditionally, Engineering bricks are used where in construction where strength and resistance to water and frost attack are important. Some common application examples are: retaining walls, damp proof courses, manholes, sewers and general ground works.
Brick Sewers
What is the difference between Class A and Class B?
There are 2 different classes of Engineering bricks, Class A and Class B.
Class A engineering bricks have a compressive strength greater than 125N/mm² and water absorption less than 4.5%.
Class B engineering bricks have a compressive strength greater than 75N/mm² and water absorption less than 7%.
What do Engineering Bricks look like?
Engineering Bricks have a smooth finish with perforations through the top to the bottom. They are widely available in blue or red and are identifiable by their uniform shape.
Where can I buy Engineering Bricks?
Engineering bricks can be purchased through Likestone Ireland. Please email us with your specification at info@likestone.ie or alternatively, give us a call on 051 833163