IMI Masonry, Tile, and Restoration Webinar Series
Where:
BRICK REPLACEMENT & RESTORATION - 1 LU/HSW
PRESENTED BY: IMI
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Part of brick’s beauty is in its durability. Brick buildings can last hundreds of years if properly constructed and maintained. When it comes time to restore or replace the brick on a building, it’s important to understand the age of the brick, how it was manufactured, and its properties to develop an appropriate repair solution. Join us to gain insight on how to develop long-lasting, aesthetic restoration strategies for your brick projects. You’ll learn how brick manufacturing and material properties have evolved over time to help you select the right brick for your building. We’ll discuss common deterioration mechanisms and repair strategies, including brick testing and how to apply test results to select compatible replacement brick. Finally, learn masonry façade restoration best practices, the importance of selecting compatible mortar, and using qualified craftworkers to achieve successful projects.
Part of brick’s beauty is in its durability. Brick buildings can last hundreds of years if properly constructed and maintained. When it comes time to restore or replace the brick on a building, it’s important to understand the age of the brick, how it was manufactured, and its properties to develop an appropriate repair solution. Join us to gain insight on how to develop long-lasting, aesthetic restoration strategies for your brick projects. You’ll learn how brick manufacturing and material properties have evolved over time to help you select the right brick for your building. We’ll discuss common deterioration mechanisms and repair strategies, including brick testing and how to apply test results to select compatible replacement brick. Finally, learn masonry façade restoration best practices, the importance of selecting compatible mortar, and using qualified craftworkers to achieve successful projects.
Learning Objectives:
Learn background and basics of various brick manufacturer processes and how this affects the brick material properties.
Understand common deterioration mechanisms of existing brick facades.
Understand best practices for brick façade repairs and pointing mortars.
Learn testing options for brick and how to use the results for matching historic brick material properties.