FACE BRICK

Dollar for dollar, face brick continues to be an excellent value that's time proven, colorfast, and lends the great versatility in design and installation.

It continues to be a staple in masonry construction and so is Upchurch Kimbrough Company. We have been the leader in supplying face brick in Houston since 1973, providing by far the most diverse line of brick options available.

We represent the finest ensemble of brick manufacturers, from California to the East Coast, to give you the most complete offering of patterns, colors, textures, and sizes. Whether used alone, or in conjunction with other masonry units, brick continues to be a sustainable option for all types of buildings.

For creative ideas and examples of how brick can be used in the most unique applications--from arches to sculptures--visit our Creative Applications section.

Also visit our section on thin brick for other brick options.

SPECIAL SHAPE GUIDE: Consult our online shape guide as a sample of the great diversity of special brick shapes available to enhance the appeal and functionality of your projects. (Shapes shown offered by Acme Brick Company.) Acme Brick also offers the Masonry Designer software where you can mix and match brick colors and even other products such as Featherlite Burnished Block. Visit www.acmebrick.com to download the software.

TECH NOTE:

Add dramatic effect with minimal cost by simply changing your brick bonds and mortar joints. Click below for examples of each.

Click Here for Examples of Brick Bonds and Mortar Joints

"The brick industry recognizes that the stewardship of our planet lies in the hands of our generation. Our goal is to continually seek out innovative, environmentally friendly opportunities in the manufacturing process and for the end use of clay brick products. As demonstrated over time, we are committed to manufacturing products that provide exceptional energy efficiency, durability, recyclability and low maintenance with minimal impact on the environment from which they originate. We assure that our facilities meet or exceed state and federal environmental regulations, and we will continue to partner with building professionals to help them in using our products to create environmentally responsible living and working spaces for today's and future generations."

--This statement was developed by the BIA's Environmental Health and Safety Committee to educate architects about brick's green credentials and sustainable advantages.