brick and cladding combination

Ultimate Guide to Brick and Cladding Combinations for Stunning Exteriors

Hey there, fellow brick enthusiasts! Let’s cut to the chase: if your home’s exterior were a pizza, bricks would be the crust—solid, reliable, and always in style. But what’s a great crust without toppings? That’s where cladding swoops in. At The Brick Pit (yep, we’re your Aussie brick whisperers), we’ve seen firsthand how pairing bricks with the right […]
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Recycled Bricks in Australian Public Art: Inspiration & Sustainability

Recycled Bricks in Public Art: Australian Installations to Inspire You Let’s be real—when you think of bricks, “stunning public art” isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. Cue visions of bland suburban driveways or that one retaining wall your neighbor insists on repainting every summer. But hold onto your hard hats, folks, because Australia’s […]
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Testing Recycled Bricks for Structural Integrity | The Brick Pit

The Science Behind Testing Recycled Bricks for Structural Integrity (And Why Your Retaining Wall Deserves Better Than Guesswork) Let’s be honest—recycled bricks have that je ne sais quoi new bricks just can’t match. The weathered charm, the history oozing from every crack, the Instagram-worthy rustic vibe
 But here’s the kicker: not all old bricks are […]
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