Guides - The Brick Development Association

GENERAL GUIDES

Here we offer a range of useful guides available to download. Please note that while these publications are helpful as a reference, some of them are in need of updating. A date of revision is detailed on the cover sheets.

These publications are not a substitute for professional advice. The association strongly advises anyone referencing these guides to seek professional advice before undertaking work.

Can't find what you are looking for? Check the Technical Guides and Structural Guides sections. If you require assistance, contact our friendly team at brick@brick.org.uk.

CLEANING OF CLAY BRICKWORK

This document provides an introduction to the cleaning of clay brickwork. Prevention is better than cure and by following good practice during the design and build process, many staining issues can be avoided.

Post-construction it may be necessary to address issues arising from follow-on trades, water ingress, dirt and detritus, which will require cleaning and treatment.

This is an initial guide aimed at the general public and members of the construction profession. As brickwork staining can result from a large number of sources, this document is not intended to be a comprehensive document for cleaning professionals but rather, a summary of the key issues and a guide to further information if required.

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