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Understanding Brick Types

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What is a pressed red?

"Pressed red" is the general term given to solid red bricks made using traditional methods. These bricks are manufactured from clay pressed into individual moulds which is then fired in high-temperature kilns. The result is a timeless and durable brick option. 

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What is a wirecut brick?

"Wirecut bricks" (also known as extruded bricks) get their name from the process of using a series of wires to shape the edges of the brick and create holes through the brick. As a result, wirecut bricks are light weight, budget friendly and a favourite of many bricklayers. 

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What is a bullnose brick?

"Bullnose bricks" are the same as a standard solid or wirecut brick aside from the single rounded edge that gives the brick its name. These bricks can be used decoratively for garden edging, window sills, garden walls etc or they can simply be used as standard face or building bricks.

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