What is a brick slip system?

What is a brick slip system?

Brick slips are specially manufactured tiles which when installed have the appearance, colour and texture of a real clay brick wall. Using state of the art machinery a 20mm tile is cut from the face of every brick, resulting in a product that can be adhered to a wall or surface, giving the appearance of real bricks.

What is a brick slip lintel?

Brick Slip Lightweight Brick Headers are installed on the outer leaf of a standard lintel. These lightweight products are manufactured offsite negating the need for brick cutting or mechanical handling onsite. Bricks are collected from site to ensure that the product blends seamlessly with traditionally laid brickwork.

Is Masonry a support?

Masonry support is typically a steel support structure for the brickwork façade of a building, fixed back to either cast in channel, concrete of the steel frame of the building (SSF). Masonry support is used to reduce the load of the façade and distribute it through into the structure.

Are brick slips expensive?

In general, clay brick slips are the most expensive due to the fact that they are cut from real bricks. It’s a great option for any interior wall, as clay brick slips are durable and strong. They have very good resistance to heat so they are ideal to use as a backdrop for fireplaces.

Can brick slips be used externally?

Yes! One of the biggest uses for brick slips is for external cladding. Brick slips are used alongside and as part of a variety of new building systems. External brick slip cladding has the benefit of being light and quick to install.

What are brick slip headers used for?

Brick slip headers are brick slips which are cut from the short ends of a brick. Headers are generally used and needed when the bond pattern dictates the need for a half brick eg Flemish Bond.

Can you fix brick slips to cement board?

Yes! You can apply brick slips on to plaster board using a rapid setting adhesive. Most adhesive manufacturers recommend applying brick slips directly on to dry board.

Can I grout brick slips?

Most tiling applications allow for grout to be screeded into the joint and then the surface cleaned post screed. This is obviously something which cannot be done with brick slips due to the texture and nature of the product. We would not advise using standard grout for use with brick slip installations.

How are bricks supported?

Brick Veneer (Cavity Wall) Solid masonry is the structural support of the building. With brick veneer, the structural support comes from the concrete, steel, or wood that makes up the backup wall, and the brick is on the exterior for aesthetic purposes.

How does brick brace work?

Supporting Brickwork Safely with the Brick Brace System. http://www.brickbrace.com.

What is a brick slip masonry support system?

IG’s Brick Slip Masonry Support systems are one piece prefabricated units manufactured off- site and delivered complete with bricks bonded to them. This system offers a major reduction in on-site labour and installation time. All solutions are customised to your requirements.

What is a bsbba approved brick slip?

BBA Approved Adhesive and Brick Slips (consignment of brick collected from site). Steel is perforated to form a mechanical lock with the adhesive. Size Tailored to projects needs. Fixings Not Required. IG Brick Slip Masonry Support Manufacturer IG Masonry Support Systems Ltd. Product Reference BSMS (Brick Slip Masonry Support).

Why choose IG’s brick slip units?

This system offers a major reduction in on-site labour and installation time. All solutions are customised to your requirements. IG’s lightweight brick slip units offer fast hassle-free installation and are simply installed as a traditional masonry support system.

What are brick slip lintels and how are they used?

IG Masonry Support brick slip lintels can be used over small openings to eliminate the need for additional masonry support.