The history, manufacture and types of bricks including handmade, stock, extruded/wirecut, waterstruck, long format, eco habitat, glazed, special-shaped bricks and brick slips.
A look natural and cast stone, ceramic and porcelain tiles, Dutch clay pavers and roof tiles, including where and how different products can be specified.
A practical session covering movement joints, fixings, insulation, and compliance with Part B (Fire) and Part L (Energy Efficiency) of Building Regulations.
An overview of brick slip panelling systems, precast options, low carbon and fire-rated solutions and prefabricated elements like lintels, arches, soffits and chimneys.
What the brick industry is doing to reduce carbon emissions in line with 2050 Government targets and how Peak Project Solutions supports this goal with design led material choices and facade strategies.
