How to include Brick in your Kitchen

Brick can lend a wonderful historic look, warm up a kitchen or make you feel like you’re in an urban loft.

At  South Atlantic Masonry and Concrete Contractor located in Atlanta and Florida, we give you eigth tips to help you include Brick in your Kitchen:

1. The easiest way to get the look of real brick without having to accommodate its weight is to use a brick veneer, which is typically ¾ inch thick. 

2. Sealants are not necessary on these products, however, if you choose to seal it, it must be a silane-based breathable sealer. Using a sealer may darken the color, slow the natural movement of moisture out of the brick and/or increase the possibility of efflorescence.

3. Cleanin the brick wall is easy, but there are some strict guidelines to follow. It’s very important not to use an acid-based cleaner, any sort of power washing, sandblasting or a wire brush. 

4. We recommend using a granulated soap like laundry detergent mixed with water and scrubbing with a stiff-bristled brush, and we also recommend using one part vinegar to five parts water.

5. Brick veneer can be applied similarly to a tile, not requiring any additional structural support.

6. The reclaimed brick was used to age the kitchen while adding warmth and texture. 

7. The key to using brick in the kitchen is balance. It can be a great texture, and if you are worried about it being too heavy, you can paint to reduce overall weight and have nice texture.

8. Brick kitchen walls are not limited to traditional and transitional looks. A brick accent wall helps define the kitchen and dining room spaces in the open plan.

Please contact us today to find out how South Atlantic Masonry and Concrete Contractor located in Atlanta and Florida can help you renovate or create the best renovation or creation for your Kitchen. All our designs are made to customers exact requirements so each project is individual to your taste, style and the dimensions of your space. 

For more information in Atlanta or Florida call us: (678) 628-9987 

Please visit us: www.southatlanticmasonry.com