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Gavin Historical Bricks is the largest supplier of reclaimed antique paving and building material in the nation. Our mission is to beautify the present by making these authentic antiques available to build or restore unique and distinctive residential and commercial properties and to protect the future by upholding the "green" principles of reclaim and reuse.
Gavin Historical Bricks Blog
1y ago
The sheer amount of options of reclaimed pavers can offer a solution to any space you might have on your property regardless of the climate you live in.
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1y ago
Congratulations! You’ve decided to build a swimming pool for your house and now have some questions about the best pool design that will fit into your backyard. There are several pool design factors to consider when designing your pool: location, materials, space and surrounding patio. Here are a few questions to consider before starting your …
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Brick street pavers are making a comeback with many home buyers. The market for these vintage or “old-world” bricks has largely grown because of advanced manufacturing technology. As a result, consumers can choose from several options in sizes, colors and textures. If you’re thinking about choosing street paver bricks, here are some basic guidelines for selecting …
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1y ago
There are a lot of reasons to build with used brick. It comes with a long lifespan, it’s attractive, and it can be laid in a variety of patterns. Brick is an established material, and whether you’re building a home, a patio, a business, or any other kind of structure, used building bricks are always …
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1y ago
If your space does not have a brick underlying wall, you can use reclaimed brick to create an authentic-looking exposed brick wall.
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1y ago
Brick veneer adds another layer of insulation to interior walls that can keep out drafts and regulate heat
within the area.
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1y ago
Antique paving bricks are the flat, relatively thin bricks that builders used to cover roads and driveways in the mid-1800's. They were an excellent way to control the mud so that carriages didn't get stuck, and they were relatively easy to clean.
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1y ago
Cobblestone paths that face a lot of foot traffic need to be tightly pieced together with mortar and gravel holding the stones together.
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1y ago
Using reclaimed brick will add a touch of nostalgia to any project.
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1y ago
People love backyard features. Not only do they transform a uniform space into different sections that are set aside for different functions, they make a backyard look bigger
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