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Brick Types and Defects Overview by Eloisa Fabroa is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Brick is a core building material commonly made of fired clay. Clay bricks are most common, produced at 800-1200°C from sand and clay. Glazed bricks have surface finishes and are widely available. Calcium silicate bricks use sand-lime and are pressed and steamed. Brick sizes have changed over time from early medieval bricks to modern 215x102.5x65mm bricks. Oversized bricks result from improper material selection or underfiring, while undersized bricks stem from poor material preparation or firing issues. Sh
- Author
- Eloisa Fabroa
- Language
- EN