Ibstock Brick - An Introduction to Brickwork

Published: 15 Apr, 2024

All Students and staff are invited to an Introduction to Brickwork presentation by Ian Sunderland RIBA RIAS.

When: Tuesday, 23 April 2:00pm
Where: Gallery Space, Linenhall

The presentation has been designed to provide information on the basic principles of brickwork for those new to specifying brickwork, or for those requiring a 'back to basics' refresher.  The presentation addresses different techniques of manufacturing bricks to provide a variety of finished and appearances. Durability, mortar and the importance of setting out of brick dimensions are covered, along with an overview of DPC's, basic principles of movement and also the use of special shapes.  
It concludes with a look at some of the innovations in clay that Ibstock has to offer.

Organised by: Brendan Smith, Assistant Lecturer.
Ibstock Brick - An Introduction to Brickwork