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Brick Floors
Brick floors have been used for thousands
of years. They add a warm, traditional look
to any room and can be laid in many patterns.
Bricks are made from fired clay, and so floors
made from bricks are not as durable as stone,
but they are less expensive and just as easy
to maintain. Brick is a good choice for kitchens,
dining rooms, hallways, entry ways, and sun
rooms.
The following should be considered
when buying
brick flooring:
- Standard bricks are thick and not as durable
as pavers that are specifically made for
flooring. Pavers come from ¾ to 2 inches
thick.
- Brick is heavy and should be installed on
a concrete sub floor. If you
wish to lay
bricks on a wood sub floor,
you need to make
sure it can handle the weight.
- Some pavers come already waterproofed, but
bricks that are not can be
sealed after installation
to waterproof them.
- When laying brick floors, choose a design
suitable for the room. Some
patterns will
emphasize the length or width
of a room,
while others may be too intricate
for simple
settings.
- Pay close attention to the color of the brick.
Some bricks will result in
a more antique,
weathered effect than others.
Pigments can
be added to bricks to produce
colors not
available in nature.
Clean brick floors by sweeping
or vacuuming
and occasionally mopping with
clear water. |
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