10 Interesting Facts about Thin Bricks

10 Interesting Facts about Thin Bricks

At Ambrico, we love brick, that’s true, but for us it’s because brick is more than just a beautiful, strong, long-lasting building material. Brick is complex, interesting, and has survived hundreds of years of architectural trends and technological advancements. In fact, so you have a chance to appreciate our thin brick even more, we’ve put together 10 interesting facts about …

Cleaning Brickwork

Cleaning Brickwork

Keeping your brick clean is key to making sure it looks as good 10 years from now as it did the first day you had it installed. However, different types of brick each require different cleaning methods. So, to help you know which is right for you, we’ve put together a quick brickwork cleaning guide to ensure your brick stays …

Thin Is In

Thin Is In

It’s no secret that the way homes are built and styled has changed countless times throughout history. In the early 1900s, posh Victorian and colonial style homes flooded the market, while today everything is about spacious open concepts and sleek finishes. However, through the years, one material has somehow always managed to survive nearly every trend, boasting both rustic appeal …

Fire Resistance of Thin Brick

Fire Resistance of Thin Brick

Most local laws and individual properties enforce specific regulations and ordinances regarding the fire resistance of “critical building components” of escape routes to ensure occupant safety during emergencies. These directives determine the level of protection needed based on what the building is being used for, the materials used in construction, the dimensions of the space, location, and whether or not …

Ambrico Celebrates 50 Years

Ambrico Celebrates 50 Years

This year, the American Brick Company, or Ambrico as we’re more commonly known, is so proud to be celebrating the impressive 50 years we’ve enjoyed serving our loyal thin brick and installation customers. Well before we, the current owners of Ambrico, took over in 2009, our operations were once a part of the Williams Panel Brick Company, which was famous …

With Thin Brick, You Can Have Real Brick Anywhere in your Home

With Thin Brick, You Can Have Real Brick Anywhere in your Home

If you love the timeless visage of a lovely brick building, chances are you wish you could enjoy brick in your home as well. Sadly though, when using full-size brick, this often means an entire reconstruction is needed, complete with additional supports to hold up all the extra new weight – all of which can be very costly. However, what …

Thin Brick Commands Attention

Thin Brick Commands Attention

Rustic and beautiful, thin brick commands attention from anyone who sees it, however, there are plenty of reasons beyond just aesthetic appeal as to why you should be opting for thin brick the next time you have any renovation project underway – even though it does look stunning. Environmental Impact The American Brick Company manufactures what we call “a greener …

Thin Brick Tiles are No Different than other Ceramic Tile

Thin Brick Tiles are No Different than other Ceramic Tile

In terms of application versatility, durability, and installation simplicity, thin brick tiles are really no different than other ceramic tiles, which is precisely why they’re considered part of the ceramic tile family in the first place. However, there are still plenty of reasons why you should consider choosing thin brick over ceramic the next time you’re thinking of taking on …