Brickwork can be repetitive and monotonous, but with a little
imagination and skilled application it can be a highly decorative art
form. Artistic potential is made possible by the variety of naturally
occurring brick colours, textures and finishes, the latter often
applied as a sanding to soft clay prior to baking. Furthermore, the
range of pointing techniques, mortar colourings, brick shapes and
profiles can combine to create countless possibilities for
architectural expression.Bricks are manufactured from baked clay, autoclaved sand/lime or
concrete. Clay is ideally suited to hand making special shapes in
hardwood moulds. Some popular formats are shown below, but
there is no limit to creative possibilities.Purpose-Made Special Bricks