Extreme How-To – September 2019

(Steven Felgate) #1
The conversion of an existing
space in the home into a man
cave is one of the most common
DIY renovation projects today, and
one of the most popular materials
used in man cave design is brick.

Since most homes don’t come
with a ready-made wall of
exposed brick, DIY’ers can
easily create the look them-
selves with thin brick.
Made from natural materials,

thin brick is real, kiln-fired clay
brick cut thin. This cost-efficient
product provides exceptional
strength, durability and protection,
thermal mass and sustainability,
and is user-friendly for both large
and small remodeling projects.
It’s easy to maintain and retains
its good looks for decades, and
because thin brick is so light-
weight, there is no need to worry
about reinforcing the walls or sub-
floor of your space. Thin brick
goes easily into any space and
can be installed quickly without
footings or ledges. It adheres to
concrete, plywood, paneling, dry-
wall―even metal. Additionally, it
serves as a bold design element
for any room, adding a wide vari-
ety of warmth, texture and eye-
catching patterns. Thin brick
may also be painted for a more

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