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DISTRIBUTORS OF AUSTRAL & MONIER BRICKS

 4 Why Bricks
6 Brick Basics
8 How to Choose a Brick 9 How to Select Your Bricks
10 Mortar Colour & Finishes 11 Bond Pattern 12 Indent Bricks
25 Stocked Bricks
44 GB Masonry 45 Cemintel
47 Resources

“Even a brick wants to be something.

A brick wants to be something.
It aspires. Even a common, ordinary
brick... wants to be something more
than it is. It wants to be something
better than it is.” - Louis Kahn
If you look around our cities there are so many beautiful historic brick buildings with a depth of charm and character that only brick, one of
the world’s oldest building materials, can create. It’s a material that’s having an international renaissance in design circles.

As we search for a material that reflects our own uniqueness, we begin to understand the character and design versatility brick can bring to
architecture. Because of its authenticity and warm look, brick in homes has a rich history that transcends annual trends.

The Brickery is the next chapter in the Austral Bricks and Monier Bricks joint venture. That is a combined 250+ years of brick knowledge and
production in New Zealand and Australia. We’re proud to present a design driven collection of clay bricks sourced from around the world.

Happy designing!
The Brickery Team

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 WHY YOU SHOULD
BUILD YOUR HOME
WITH BRICKS
Chillingham White by Bowral Bricks

Whether you’re starting a new build or simply adding an extension, bricks should be your first choice. Here’s why.

Residential construction trends come and go, materials. In summer, this stops the hot outdoor in extreme conditions such as storms, and environments to live in. Bricks can help keep
but brick remains reliably popular, and for air from warming your home, while in winter because bricks do not contain plant matter they you safe, too: they are naturally resistant to
good reason: no other building material offers it helps prevent indoor heat escaping. Cavity are resistant to pests and won’t decay in hot or fire and are the building material of choice in
the same wide range of benefits. Here, we’ve brick walls offer the best performance, blocking humid conditions. bushfire-prone areas.
highlighted key reasons why bricks are best. more than 99 per cent of heat from the outside.
THEY’RE SUSTAINABLE AND SAFE. THEY’RE STYLISH
THEY’RE ENERGY EFFICIENT THEY’RE LOW MAINTENANCE The shale and clay that bricks are made Whether you prefer dramatic dark chocolate,
A home built with bricks will generally remain Unlike other building materials such as from is naturally abundant, so brick is an nostalgic red-brick or easy-breezy cream, there’s
cooler in summer and warmer in winter than a weatherboard, bricks do not require any environmentally sensitive option. (Bricks a brick to match your style. In recent years, brick
home built with other materials. That’s because painting, coating or varnishing in order to can even be recycled.) And, because bricks manufacturers have perfected new kiln-firing
brick has a high thermal mass, which means it maintain their aesthetics and durability. Long- do not contain harsh chemicals, plastics or techniques, which means there’s also a wider
absorbs heat at a slower rate than lightweight lasting brick is completely weather-proof, even artificial compounds, brick homes are healthy range of textures and finishes to choose from.

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 Tip #1 Clay bricks are like people; no two bricks are the same. Tip #2 Nothing beats seeing a physical sample, in fact we insist you
do. Brochures and screens all display colours differently.

Clay bricks are either pressed or extruded.

Mortar goes into the frog and core holes.

The indentation in the middle of a Extruded clay bricks are manufactured with
pressed clay brick is called a frog. holes to lighten the brick, ensuring when fired,
Clay bricks are made from a they cook evenly. This also allows for improved
combination of natural clay bearing bond strength and greater earthquake resistance.
soils, minerals and lime.

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Standard brick depth is
70mm up to 110mm in NZ.

A vitreous coating is when a clay

BRICK
brick has a face colour different to
the colour of the brick body. This
is achieved by the application of
a separate clay coating during
the manufacturing process. The
vitreous coating is fired in for life.

Standard brick height in NZ is 76mm.

BASICS A colour through brick is a clay brick
that is the same colour through the
entire brick body; from face to back.

We also supply clay bricks that are

40mm, 50mm, 119 and 162mm in height.
Grey Cashmere by Austral Bricks
230 x 76 x 70mm Coach House Grey by Austral Bricks
230 x 76 x 70mm

Standard brick length is 230mm in NZ

and varies with trends. Our Corso range
by San Selmo features bricks that are
Clay bricks have a front and a back, though some bricks have two faces 500mm long!
(both sides can be used). The front is called the face or stretcher.

Clay bricks don’t need paint, sealing or any other treatments to clay brick’s long-lasting life cycle offers ongoing environmental The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) 3.2 CLAY BRICK AND MASONRY VENEER
maintain their aesthetics and durability. The colour is fired into and health benefits. Durable, re-usable, free from contaminants Guide to tolerances, materials and workmanship in Cracks and chips unless otherwise specified, exposed walls
the bricks so it lasts a lifetime and will not fade. They are cost and naturally resistant to pests or fire, clay brick is safe to live in, new residential construction 2015 should be:
effective and low maintenance. making it the ultimate material in responsible and economical • Free of visible cracks and chips when viewed from 6.1m in
home building design. 3.2 Clay brick and masonry veneer diffused light. (ASTM C90-1418)
Brick insulates in a way most materials do not. By following The normal viewing position distance for internal and external • From closer distances, chipping of edges on bricks is
energy efficient design principles and combining bricks with Clay bricks are fully reusable. They are one of the very few exposed architectural masonry feature walls is 6.1 m (see acceptable provided the total length of chips per brick is no
insulation, your home will keep warm in winter and cool in materials that can be reused (not just recycled) with all their Inspecting surfaces and fixtures). Where it is not possible to more than 10% of the perimeter length of the brick and;
summer, so you’ll love coming home. original qualities intact. And if they are consigned to land fill, achieve this distance, specific issues can be viewed at closer - For 95% of the bricks the chips are no longer than 3 mm
clay bricks are chemically inert and can’t pollute groundwater distances in accordance with the details in this table: from edges and 6 mm from corners, and; 

Clay bricks are a sustainable building option. Made from or contaminate soil. - For the remaining 5% of the bricks the chips are no longer
organic minerals found in naturally abundant sources of clay; than 6 mm from edges and 9.5 mm from corners.

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 HOW TO How to
CHOOSE select your
A BRICK
COLOUR OF
THE BRICK
COLOUR OF
THE MORTAR
SIZE OF
THE BRICK
TEXTURE OF
THE BRICK
bricks
Designing your new home is an exciting experience as you discover the multitude of design
ideas at your disposal. The Brickery team will help to make the experience as satisfying as
possible. We recommend you use at least three of these selection tools available to you:

Brochures & Websites

We know that when our customers choose bricks, it is predominately on colour. But more
importantly we know this choice cannot be made in isolation. Designers use a scale
known as “60, 30, 10”, it’s simply a definition for the proportions of a design space.

60%
A great way to narrow down your selection but remember colours and textures are only indicative.

For the facade of your

home this is the exterior Display Material
wall, the largest proportion
of your design space has Some builders have sample boards in their offices, these are a good way to view the bricks.

30%
the largest impact.
Selection Centres
For the façade of your Visit The Brickery Selection Centres to view display walls. We also have tools such as window joinery
home this is the roof. and roof colour swatches to help with your selection.

10%
Sample Packs
For the façade of your You can request a sample from us which we can send to you. This will be from a recent or current batch
home this is the gutter, and will give a good indication of brick colour. Our sample will have a batch number so you know what
fascia, joinery and doors. your house will look like (remember bricks vary from batch to batch). Please ensure the batch number is
quoted at time of ordering. If we have since run out, then we will send you a new sample.

Recently Constructed Houses

FOUR STEPS TO SELECTING AN EXTERIOR COLOUR SCHEME
We can provide you a list of recently constructed houses that you can view from the street.

1 Choose brick colour

2 Choose mortar colour and style Considering a blended brick? Be aware we endeavour to always show

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a light and dark brick however the final blend will not be in equal
Choose roof proportions and there will be a range of colours between the light and dark.

4 Selecting the fascia, gutter, joinery and doors to complete the picture Consider your mortar colour and joint finish as this can have a dramatic
affect on your homes overall appearance.

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 MORTAR COLOUR BOND PATTERN
When it comes to mortar (what binds the bricks together) you will need to consider the colour and
finish, as both will have a striking impact on the look of your bricks. Mortar constitutes approximately A bond is the pattern in which bricks are laid. The most common bond is Stretcher Bond
15% of the brick facade colour. which consists of courses of full bricks where every course is offset half a brick from the
course below. Stacked and Flemish are also popular and achieve an alternative look.
An off-white mortar between darker coloured bricks will add contrast and highlight the shape of each
brick. Whereas matching mortar colour to the brick will soften the brickwork. Please confirm with your
builder or brick layer what their mortar colouring offering is before you make your final decision.

When using a mortar that is not a prebagged trade mortar, only washed river sand should be used.
Warranties for efflorescence are voided if sea sand is used.

Natural Off White

Stretcher Bond

Charcoal Black

MORTAR FINISHES
When it comes to mortar finishes, it’s all about the lighting. There are four common
finishes; raked, rolled, flush and struck.
Stack Bonded
A raked finish is recessed, creating deep shadows in the horizontal mortar joint,
bringing out the lines of the brick work. A rolled finish* also creates shadow lines, but
they are subtler. A flush finish doesn’t allow for any shadows in the joint, giving the
wall a flatter, more unified look. A weathered joint gives a neat, well ordered look.

Raked Rolled Flush Weathered Flemish Bond

10 * A rolled joint is recommended for all slurry coated clay bricks. 11
 PR E MIU M C O L L E CTI O N

SANDSTOCKS

Indent
Bricks
Photo credit: Australian Brewery Case Study featuring Monier Balmain bricks

Our Sandstock bricks honour an

important part of our history, the
traditional method of brick making.
Only a handful of companies still
make these ‘Convict Bricks’.

Incredibly wet clay is dropped VAN GOGH BALMORAL BLACKETT

into large sawdust lined moulds 230 x 76 x 110mm 230 x 76 x 110mm 230 x 76 x 110mm

to produce solid bricks with very

individual rough and irregular
textures and shapes, giving them
their hand-made character and
beautiful appearance. Fired in
intermittent batch kilns, we can
alternate the temperature to
CADMAN CASTLEMAINE ENDEAVOUR
produce a variety of colours and 230 x 76 x 110mm 230 x 76 x 110mm 230 x 76 x 110mm
tones, reminiscent of the very old
down draught wood or coal red
kilns.

Monier Sandstock bricks are

timeless in their look and feel
and deliver a statement of
tradition and authenticity. They GREENWAY JACKSON NORTHBRIDGE
230 x 76 x 110mm 230 x 76 x 110mm 230 x 76 x 110mm
are suitable across a variety of
building designs, ranging from
contemporary prestige homes to Flashing (dark markings) is a common feature with this collection. The dimensional
category for Sandstocks is DW0, which has no size tolerance. This means a Sandstock
projects requiring an authentic can vary in size, which is different from a standard category brick size tolerance that
colonial period look. falls under DW1 or DW2. For more details visit pghbricks.com.au

* Indent product subject to minimum order quantities and international lead times. ** Please note these clay bricks are 110mm deep.
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 BOWRAL BRICKS Introduction

EVERYTHING WE DO
is in pursuit of
THE PERFECT BRICK

Our tradition, experience and reliability has made Bowral Bricks

the first choice for architects, builders, developers and home buyers.
Our continued commitment to quality ensures Bowral dry pressed bricks will
remain the benchmark for excellence for many years to come.

BOWR AL DRY PRESSED BRICKS UNIQUE COLOURS

Bowral dry pressed bricks are the premium product for AUTHENTIC APPEAL
for your building project. Proven in tough Australian Earthy terracotta tones. Creamy browns and beiges.
conditions for more than a century, dry pressed bricks Subtle golden shades. With such an extensive colour range
are renowned for their long lasting quality. available, Bowral Bricks are guaranteed to add a beautiful
Bowral dry pressed bricks and pavers are made to last finish to your building project.
using time-honoured techniques and modern technology. The unique colour variations in each delivery of Bowral
Choose the Bowral Bricks range for their unsurpassed Bricks also ensures the authentic appeal that comes only
quality that only one of Australia’s most experienced with traditional manufacturing techniques.
P r o d u c t Bowra l 5 0 , Bowra l Bl u e brick makers can offer.

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 BOWRAL50

Bowral Blue EXP Brahman Granite EXP Murray Grey EXP Shorthorn Mix EXP Capitol Red EXP Embassy Red EXP

Simmental Silver EXP St. Pauls Cream EXP Chillingham White EXP Gertrudis Brown EXP Renovation Gertrudis Brown EXP

Dimensions

230 L x 110 W x 50 H mm 230 L x 110 W x 76 H mm 300 L x 110 W x 50 H mm

Made to order

* Indent product subject to minimum order quantities and international lead times.
Bowral Brown EXP Limousin Gold EXP Hereford Bronze EXP
** Please note these bricks are 110mm deep.

*** Variations in colour, texture and size are natural characteristics of clay products and production variations can occur from batch to
batch. Whilst every effort is made to provide samples, brochures and displays consistent with product delivered to site, they should be
viewed as a guide only.

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 MANHATTAN: TRIBECA

CHELSEA 230 X 76 X 110MM

TRIBECA 230 X 76 X 110MM EAST HAMPTON 230 X 76 X 110MM BROOKLYN 230 X 76 X 110MM

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 San Selmo Corso Textured: Brenta / Cover Image: San Selmo Corso Textured: Piave San Selmo Corso Textured: Livenza

San Selmo Corso

Elegant and elongated, the San Selmo Corso range of kiln-fired clay bricks puts a bespoke stamp on contemporary

architectural projects. Made to order in Italy, the sleek new format shape is twice the standard brick length, with

a custom aesthetic that elevates any residential or commercial environment.

e x pre ss ive for m

Dimensions
40mm

100mm 500mm

Corso Textured

Arno Potenza Marana Piave

Corso Raw

Brenta Arno Livenza Potenza Marana Piave

* Indent product subject to minimum order quantities and international lead times. ** Please note these clay bricks are 100mm deep.
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 AUSTRAL BRICKS Premium collection

VENETIAN GLASS
Natural Polished Frosted

Arctic Crystal
EXP

Aquamarine
EXP

Golden Amber
EXP

Blue Sapphire
EXP

Smokey Quartz
EXP
ARCTIC CRYSTAL , POLI SHED
GOLDEN AMBE R, NAT URAL
BLUE SAPPH IRE, NATU RAL

Size: 230 x 76 x 110mm

For further details on the installation of glass bricks, please refer to the
Venetian Glass Technical Manual:
PRODU CTS:

australbricks.com.au/technical-information

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 San Selmo Smoked San Selmo Reclaimed
Kiln-fired in Italy, San Selmo Smoked clay bricks offer a The richly textured San Selmo Reclaimed range brings with
subtle tonal palette designed specifically for contemporary it a strong European heritage. These elegant kiln-fired clay
architectural projects. The range is characterised by an elegant bricks are manufactured in Italy and feature a beautiful, tactile
and carefully graduated selection of colours from pale hues surface inspired by recycled bricks. The result is a distinctive
through to the steely blue-greys. rustic finish that will create a genuine warmth in any project.
Ideal for both modern and traditional homes.

Limewash by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm Reclaimed Original by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm
Grey Cashmere by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm Opaque Slate by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm
*Displayed with off white mortar *Displayed with off white mortar

Aged Red by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm

Grey Cashmere by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm Opaque Slate by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm
**Displayed with grey mortar **Displayed with grey mortar

Variations in colour, texture and size are natural characteristics of clay products and production variations can occur from batch to batch. Whilst every effort is made to provide Variations in colour, texture and size are natural characteristics of clay products and production variations can occur from batch to batch. Whilst every effort is made to provide
samples, brochures and displays consistent with product delivered to site, they should be viewed as a guide only.  samples, brochures and displays consistent with product delivered to site, they should be viewed as a guide only. 
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 Why San Selmo
Reclaimed Brick was the
perfect choice for this
waterfront home
The richly textured surface of this kiln-fired Italian brick creates an
eye-catching rustic exterior to a modern waterside home.
QUICK FACTS

LOCATION: Port Geographe, WA.

BUILDER: ProLiving If you want to create a home with a a naturally rustic finish that brings a area’s nautical ties in a modern aesthetic
PHOTOGRAPHY: Ange Wall style that transcends fashion and also distinctly tactile element to projects. Price without labouring over the theme. A
BRICK USED: complements its natural surroundings, says that when designing this stand-out mixture of claddings and the gently worn
Reclaimed Original by Austral Bricks, the devil is in the details. And one big home, she was looking to use a brick that look of the bricks give a subtle nod to life
San Selmo Reclaimed range detail is the materials you use. “wasn’t too dramatic, but stylish enough lived by the bay.
to make a real impact”. After seeing the
In Western Australia’s stunning Port San Selmo brick, she immediately knew While ProLiving used a variety of tools
Geographe sits a house where careful it was perfect for the Geographe Bay from their design kit to fulfil the brief,
attention has been paid to striking the location. Price says it’s the San Selmo brick
often-precarious balance of a home with the proud owners of the home have
architectural cachet that also makes Using the brick to establish an eye- fallen in love with. “They told us their
sense within its environment. catching street frontage, the effect favourite feature of the home is the brick.
extends deep into the house, creating a Everyone that comes through their house
WA builder ProLiving crafted this visually impressive entryway threshold comments on how beautiful the feature
modern home using a clever collection and providing a counterbalance to the bricks are.”
of materials, from various claddings to sleek polished concrete floor. “The San
polished concrete and glass. But to give Selmo brings the wow factor with major While the Port Geographe house is a
the house a warmth and texture that street appeal,” says Price. “It instantly contemporary expression that uses the
would anchor its contemporary aesthetic, draws your attention to the home.” bricks to add depth of character, the
ProLiving designer Kelly Price chose to soft palette of the San Selmo Reclaimed
use Austral Bricks’ San Selmo Reclaimed With contrasting colours, cladding and range is also suited to more traditional
range. The location has “views of the Port textures on the home’s frontage, the styles. Working well as a unifying or
Geographe Marina, and the Reclaimed San Selmo brick unifies these elements stand-out component in a build, the brick
brick – with a variation of neutral and and lends softness to the overall look – almost invites you to run your hand over
earthy tones – ties the house back to the ultimately creating an inviting warmth, its rough-hewn texture and effortlessly
natural surroundings of the sand, beach while still maintaining a covetable brings a next-level element to a new
and water”, says Price. contemporary edge. home.

A kiln-fired clay brick made in Italy, With the home’s proximity to Geographe
the San Selmo Reclaimed range has Bay Marina, the client wanted to echo the

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 La Paloma
Designed and manufactured in Europe, the La Paloma range
is the ultimate in elegance and sophistication. The lines are
sharp and clean, and the colours deep and rich – the whites are
whiter, the blacks are blacker. These authentic Mediterranean
bricks will add grace and style to any home.

Madrid by Austral Bricks 290 x 76 x 70mm Alicante by Austral Bricks 230 x 119 x 70mm Tenerife by Austral Bricks 290 x 76 x 70mm Lanzarote by Austral Bricks 230 x 119 x 70mm

Seville by Austral Bricks 290 x 76 x 70mm Terrassa by Austral Bricks 230 x 119 x 70mm Azul by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 80mm

Pamplona by Austral Bricks 290 x 76 x 70mm Grenada by Austral Bricks 230 x 119 x 70mm

Variations in colour, texture and size are natural characteristics of clay products and production variations can occur from batch to batch. Whilst every effort is made to provide Variations in colour, texture and size are natural characteristics of clay products and production variations can occur from batch to batch. Whilst every effort is made to provide
samples, brochures and displays consistent with product delivered to site, they should be viewed as a guide only.  samples, brochures and displays consistent with product delivered to site, they should be viewed as a guide only. 
We recommend the use of trade mortar with the La Paloma range of clay bricks. We recommend the use of trade mortar with the La Paloma range of clay bricks.
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 The Hawthorn
Townhouses: a case
study in how to use
bricks to great effect
The Hawthorn Townhouses by T-A Square make use of the
gentle blue hue of Austral La Paloma bricks in Azul to create
QUICK FACTS
a timeless architectural gem in Melbourne.
LOCATION: Melbourne, VIC.
ARCHITECT: T-A Square
PHOTOGRAPHY: Jack Lovel
Melbourne’s inner east has a new Initially, Bowral Blue bricks, among It certainly makes for a beautiful façade BRICK USED:
landmark. With a dramatically angled other options, were discussed, but the that changes with the light throughout Azul by Austral Bricks,
roofline, clean edges and a beautiful La Paloma in Azul offered an affordable the day, and at night the feature is more La Paloma range
blue-grey hue, the Hawthorn Townhouses alternative and a look that perfectly pronounced thanks to the warm glow
make an unmissable visual impact in the aligned with the intent of the design. from within the homes. “What captures
urban landscape. “The Azul is more suitable because you is that the front façade is brick.
we wanted to create not just a bluish That draws you into the detail of the
This striking build – comprising four building, but one that has a nice feel and development and then you realise the
luxury townhouses – is a contemporary texture,” says Antony. “The colour is quite whole thing is actually made of brick,”
and post-modern exploration of beauty neutral. It’s earthy; and we wanted the explains Antony.
in material. Antony Tsjin, co-director building to have warmth. And, of course,
of Melbourne architectural studio T-A it ties in very well with the other material Given the chance to use La Paloma
Square, says the aim was to create a palette we chose.” again, Antony says he would like to use
standout dwelling that mirrored the the brick internally as a feature, and also
environment, while using conventional While the Hawthorn Townhouses make a praises its thermal qualities as a more
materials. For Antony, the only choice street-side statement thanks to their cool sustainable solution to home heating. For
was brick. tonal quality amid a landscape of blond now, though, he is pleased with the result
and red brick, it’s also the way the bricks of the Hawthorn Townhouses, which
“We were thinking of how we could use have been laid that gives the building a have attracted plenty of praise for their
the bricks in the most intelligent way visually arresting element. Antony used appealing, out-of-the-box design.
that would highlight the quality and, at a hit-and-miss laying pattern to not only
the same time, harness the beauty of the ensure the townhouses catch the eye “The whole point was to create a
material itself,” he says. of passersby, but also provide a much- masterpiece from an architectural point
needed screen. of view that would last for a long time.
The solution came in the form of The only way to do that is to create a
stunning Austral Bricks’ La Paloma in “We explored ideas of how to actually landmark that a passerby will notice as
Azul, the soft bluish-grey colour lending use the brick. Hit-and-miss is one of the something different,” Antony says.
a simultaneously striking but refined things we liked. Rather than just use the
aesthetic. brick conventionally in the horizontal Outcome achieved.
manner, we thought the brickwork could
be part of the feature.”

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 Industry Magnum
The Industry range is a carefully curated micro collection, The exaggerated aesthetic and block size of the bricks in the
reflecting the trend for tonal exteriors. These bricks are Magnum range will truly set your new home apart. Yet their
modern, fashionable and chic. 70mm width still allows for them to be laid on a standard
foundation footing.

Whitehaven by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm Cuprum by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm French Brie by Austral Bricks 290 x 162 x 70mm Chai Latte by Austral Bricks 290 x 162 x 70mm

Platinum by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm Titanium by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm Kingston by Austral Bricks 290 x 162 x 70mm Carbide by Austral Bricks 290 x 162 x 70mm

Espresso by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm

Variations in colour, texture and size are natural characteristics of clay products and production variations can occur from batch to batch. Whilst every effort is made to provide Variations in colour, texture and size are natural characteristics of clay products and production variations can occur from batch to batch. Whilst every effort is made to provide
samples, brochures and displays consistent with product delivered to site, they should be viewed as a guide only.  samples, brochures and displays consistent with product delivered to site, they should be viewed as a guide only. 
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 Mezzo
Create a striking look for your home with the one and a half
height bricks from the Mezzo range. A versatile size, adding
classic proportions to single and double story homes.

Cloud by Austral Bricks 230 x 119 x 70mm Dorset by Monier Bricks 230 x 119 x 70mm Boston Grey by Austral Bricks 230 x 119 x 70mm Sienna by Austral Bricks 230 x 119 x 70mm

Eros by Austral Bricks 230 x 119 x 70mm Darra Grey by Monier Bricks 230 x 119 x 70mm Bronze by Austral Bricks 230 x 119 x 70mm

Variations in colour, texture and size are natural characteristics of clay products and production variations can occur from batch to batch. Whilst every effort is made to provide Variations in colour, texture and size are natural characteristics of clay products and production variations can occur from batch to batch. Whilst every effort is made to provide
samples, brochures and displays consistent with product delivered to site, they should be viewed as a guide only.  samples, brochures and displays consistent with product delivered to site, they should be viewed as a guide only. 
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 Vintage Artisan
Our Vintage range evokes all the warmth and character of Give your home a timeless appearance with the distinctive
early authentic bricks. The bold natural colours and rough bricks of the Artisan range. With a selection of beautiful looks,
textured finish works equally well in the inner city or country. colours and textures to choose from, these bricks will stand the
These bricks bring a well-loved, heritage quality to your home. test of time, to keep your home looking spectacular for many
years to come.

Coach House Cream by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm Coach House Autumn Blend by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm Dover by Monier Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm Grange by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm

Wicklow by Monier Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm Coach House Grey by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm Rockhampton by Monier 230 x 76 x 70mm Gypsy Rose by Monier Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm

Colonial Red by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm

Variations in colour, texture and size are natural characteristics of clay products and production variations can occur from batch to batch. Whilst every effort is made to provide Variations in colour, texture and size are natural characteristics of clay products and production variations can occur from batch to batch. Whilst every effort is made to provide
samples, brochures and displays consistent with product delivered to site, they should be viewed as a guide only.  samples, brochures and displays consistent with product delivered to site, they should be viewed as a guide only. 
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 Origin
The bricks of the Origin range are fresh and modern. Whether
you want a clean and minimalist look or one with character,
these colours and textures combine beautifully with other
materials like timber, stone, steel and glass to make your home
a statement of your individual style.

Crevole by Monier Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm Alpine by Monier Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm Umber by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm Silver by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm

Devon by Monier Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm Leisure by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm Chiffon by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm Raglan by Austral Bricks 230 x 76 x 70mm

Variations in colour, texture and size are natural characteristics of clay products and production variations can occur from batch to batch. Whilst every effort is made to provide Variations in colour, texture and size are natural characteristics of clay products and production variations can occur from batch to batch. Whilst every effort is made to provide
samples, brochures and displays consistent with product delivered to site, they should be viewed as a guide only.  samples, brochures and displays consistent with product delivered to site, they should be viewed as a guide only. 
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 Painter & Plaster Bricks
The increasing popularity of bagged and painted bricks has
meant that some painters have specialised in these brick
finishes. When painting over a brick, the bricks need to have
cured on the wall with the mortar and be clean, dry and then
the correct system needs to be applied.

Plaster Bagged
Feature: Plaster Joint: Flushed
Brick: Plaster brick Feature: Bagged
Brick: Smooth Painter

Painted brick: making

Paint Paint
Joint: Raked Joint: Raked
Feature: Paint Feature: Paint
Brick: Wire Cut Painter Brick: Smooth Painter

texture the hero

I have seen some inspirational and amazing projects featuring painted brick in recent
times. It’s almost become the material of choice, especially with architects. And, while I
prefer bricks in all their natural beauty and texture, I can see where the attraction lies.

I think it’s because painted brick brings the simplicity sought after by architects,
especially the restrained colour palette. Whether used as a uniting element for mixed
materials, or by reflecting the trend towards mid-century modernism, brick adds
longevity, strength and the ability to withstand harsh conditions.

We tend to be conservative when choosing exterior colour schemes, the rugged

good looks of bricks add a tactile richness while paint can hide a dated colour choice,
particularly for owners with brick homes of the 1960s and ’70s.

Author: Lynne Testoni.

Article courtesy of PGH Bricks

* Larger format painter and plaster options are available. Subject to availability.

Variations in colour, texture and size are natural characteristics of clay products and production variations can occur from batch to batch. Whilst every effort is made to provide
samples, brochures and displays consistent with product delivered to site, they should be viewed as a guide only. 
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New materials influence the way buildings

are defined. Cemintel is responding to the
growing importance of external and internal
cladding with Territory.
The Territory cladding range acts on the preference for
prefinished, lightweight materials and the desire for buildings
to enhance the environment where we live.
From external façades to interior surfaces, Territory is a
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Products can be viewed at The Brickery design centres Products can be viewed at The Brickery design centres

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Clay Brick and Paver
Manufacturers
Association
It is important to remember that any issues regarding the quality, texture or colour of
the bricks must be addressed with the brick supplier prior to the laying of the bricks.
A brick laid is a brick accepted. Thoroughly check all pallets upon delivery. Our home, here you will find our bricks, technical information and links to
our social media pages for inspiration.

C
lay bricks marketed in New Zealand must meet Blending thebrickery.co.nz
the requirements of NZS4455, the manufacturing Brick is a finishing product and therefore it is essential that
standard. This standard mainly refers to the size and the bricklayer thoroughly blends the bricks in order that an
compressive strength of the product. It does not even spread of colour is achieved over the face of the wall.
mention, chipping, cracks, bowing or colour, all issues to do Depending upon where the bricks were positioned in the kiln, Explore a journey in style with Austral Bricks (who also happen to be one of
with whether a brick is considered a ‘First Grade ‘ product or a will have a bearing on the colour of the brick, which is why it our partners). Austral Bricks has a proud history of brick making spanning
‘Common’. This will vary depending on the texture and type of is important for the bricklayer to select bricks from at least 3 over 100 years!
brick product, check with your brick supplier. Clay bricks are pallets to get as good a colour mix as they can. Step away from
transported great distances and may be handled many times the wall and check regularly. Obvious pockets of colour on a australbricks.com.au
prior to delivery to site. Minor edge chipping in some bricks brick wall are unacceptable and devalue the dwelling.
can occur, especially smooth faced bricks; this is to be expected
and managed by the bricklayer in the laying process. Generally, Keeping Bricks Dry
a First Grade brick should have a face and one end free of It is important to prevent bricks becoming saturated, Monier can trace its heritage in New Zealand back to 1862 when it
surface defects; however the nature of the brick product being particularly during the winter months. Saturated brickwork commenced manufacturing in New Lynn, Auckland. Over the years it has
laid must always be a factor in this regard. can aggravate any salts that may be present, resulting in white supplied clay brick products to the New Zealand construction market and
deposits on the surface, which can be long-term. Therefore, our products are seen in some of New Zealand’s most iconic buildings.
Brochures, websites, and display panels provide an indication keep the top of all pallets covered with plastic, and where bricks
of the brick product at the time they were created, which may may be stacked around the site, keep directly off the ground pgh.com.au
be two years old. Clay bricks are a natural product that may and cover with plastic also.
change depending on where the clay is sourced and how it
is fired at the time of manufacture – check with your brick Freshly laid veneers, (less than 6 hours) must be protected from
supplier for recent product samples. rain to prevent a possible change in the mortar colour. The top
row of all un finished brickwork must be covered in plastic, if Everything you need to know about designing or building with brick in New
rain is imminent. Zealand. The CBPMA is an excellent resource for technical information.
bricksnz.co.nz

Guide to tolerances, materials and workmanship in Here you’ll find helpful information to see the benefits of building with brick,
and you can also find a licensed practitioner in your area. The federation is
new residential construction 2015 here to support the trades and offers LPB training.
www.bbfnz.co.nz
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE)
3.2 Clay brick and masonry veneer
The normal viewing position distance for internal and external exposed architectural masonry feature walls is 6.1 m (see Inspecting
surfaces and fixtures). Where it is not possible to achieve this distance, specific issues can be viewed at closer distances in
The GB Masonry range of architectural concrete blocks and breeze blocks is
accordance with the details in the below table.
available exclusively through NZ Brick Distributors.

3.2 CLAY BRICK AND MASONRY VENEER www.australmasonry.co.nz

CRACKS AND CHIPS UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, EXPOSED WALLS SHOULD BE:

• Free of visible cracks and chips when viewed from 6.1m in diffused light. (ASTM C90-1418) Explore the infinite design possibilities with the Cemintel Territory Range
• From closer distances, chipping of edges on bricks is acceptable provided the total length of chips per brick is no more than of fibre cement panels
10% of the perimeter length of the brick and; t e r r i t o r y www.cemintel.co.nz
- For 95% of the bricks the chips are no longer than 3 mm from edges and 6 mm from corners, and; 

- For the remaining 5% of the bricks the chips are no longer than 6 mm from edges and 9.5 mm from corners.

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