Vee Brick Classics

The Vee Brick product line is part of a growing trend to use thin brick in both traditional ceramic wall tile type installations and also in all types of wall panel systems. This shift away from traditional brick (full bed depth) masonry is being driven by economics. The use of thin brick can provide tremendous cost savings. Foundations and structural members can be down-sized because of reduced weight. With many panel systems, installation labor can be reduced because panels can be made indoors, off the job site, without trained masons. Panel utilization shortens construction time and can eliminate scaffolding costs. Also, thin brick can be easily used for interior walls, including back splashes, where full brick would not be practical. Also, buildings incorporating thin brick panels lend themselves to earthquake tolerant construction features. All of this is accomplished without giving up the rich look and dignity of traditional brick construction or the potential of dramatic architectural statement featuring the vivid natural colors of our Vee Brick product line.

Thin Brick Veneer Masonry

The use of thin brick veneer masonry has evolved over many years. Traditionally, thin brick has been installed in the same way as ceramic wall tile (i.e., on to a vertical substrate which could be masonry or interior or exterior stud wall – steel or wood). These types of installations continue to be used with the coursing of the veneer brick being set by a metal panel nailed to the wall, spacers or the rope method. Ceramic tile installation requirements should be followed for these types of installations.