Processing directions
Inspection
Check and assess the facing bricks on-site, upon delivery, to ensure that they comply with the product ordered. Each pallet of facing bricks will include the ‘declaration of performance’, containing all information relevant to the brick supplied. If the delivery does not comply, it should be reported prior to actual processing. If processed, the product will be deemed to have been accepted and approved.
Storage
Place the pallets on a dry subsurface, such as wooden beams, for example. Always protect the facing bricks from rain, ascending moisture and splashing dirt.
Processing
A facing brick does, in principle, have 2 processable headers (short side) and 2 processable stretchers (full length). If at least 1 header and 1 stretcher are free of defects, the facing brick is deemed to be adequate and can be used for brickwork. It is the brick-layer who decides which side of the facing brick will be displayed as the visible side.
Based on the declared compressive strength, and to attain more attractive brickwork, the bricks should always be laid with the frog side (an indent on the flat, smooth side) up. If a frog is not present, the brick should be laid with the smooth side facing up.
Mix the bricks simultaneously from several pallets (at least 3 pallets). In this process, the bricks should be taken from the pallets in a diagonal fashion. Open the following series of pallets as soon as the first starts to diminish, and mix the bricks with that. This will ensure that you obtain an on-going mixture of facing bricks.
Pay attention to the moisture level of the brick at the moment of processing. Bricks that are too dry or too wet will result in poor processability and/or poor adhesion of the mortar.
Lay bricks in such a way that mortar is prevented from splashing on the bricks. Mortar can only be removed using special products. Always remove cement rests before pointing.
We strongly advise against using a random acid to remove excess product. Always contact the manufacturer if you need advice.
Weather conditions
Use ‘overhanging plastic (± 20 inch) for protection’ of fresh brickwork at the end of the working day. This prevents damage to the brickwork, associated with rain. Such damage does, i.e., increase the risk of leaching, cement residue or bleeding, tremendously. Also ensure proper discharge of rainwater after bricklaying activities; do not allow rainwater to run across the façade.
-Prevent contamination of the brickwork. Protect the bottom of the brickwork from splashing water, if there is a risk for it.
Sintered Bricks
The melting process of additives during the baking process causes irregular glazing on the straight side of the facing brick: this is what we call sintering. This sintering can lead to bricks sticking together and being packed this way. Tapping the bricks lightly will arrange for them to loosen again. Bricks, in which a small or larger clay shell loosens because of this, can simply be turned and processed with the other side, when not wanted in the area of view. These phenomena are typical for sintering and are contributory to the character of the brickwork with sintered bricks.
KOLORO PROCESSING REQUIREMENTS
Inspection
Check and assess the facing bricks on-site, upon delivery, to ensure that they comply with the product ordered. On our website you can find the technical sheet, DOP and processing directions, containing all information relevant to the brick supplied. If the delivery does not comply, it should be reported prior to actual processing. If processed, the product will be deemed to have been accepted and approved.
Storage
Place the pallets on a dry subsurface, such as wooden beams, for example. Always protect the facing bricks from rain, ascending moisture and splashing dirt.
Processing
Façade bricks from the KOLORO series have a cement-based coating. This coating provides the bricks with some specific properties. The following guidelines can be followed to ensure the correct and successful delivery of the façade masonry:
After the production process, a top layer/coating based on a cement mixture was applied to the hand-moulded bricks. The basic colour of the inner brick itself can sometimes be visible in patches (for example, at the edges if pieces have been broken off). The processor is free to resolve this afterwards, or not at all. In certain cases, fine craquelure patterning may be present in the top layer. These characteristics are typical of the stone.
The brick has a front and back: the front is uniformly coated, the back of the brick may show traces of the conveyor belt and usually contains less coating, or patches without coating. Processing can be as desired, with only with the front or back of the bricks visible or alternating. The processing method must be agreed with architect or client prior to the start of the masonry works.
If it is decided not to have the back of the bricks showing in the façade (with impressions from the conveyor belt and possible stains without coating), the bricks must always be placed with the correct front side to the front and the backside to the inside of the wall.
In wet conditions (for example, during masonry work or after rain), the coating may discolour, fade and/or become more transparent. The original & desired colour will be visible again once the brick has dried out. Even recently-opened packages can contain moist bricks that do not yet have the original colour.
The delivered bricks can always deviate slightly from any submitted samples. Façade bricks are manufactured with natural raw materials, while the applied cement coating is also subject to nuances due to the basic clay used (each production run is unique), as well as weather conditions.
The bricks are always wet when delivered on site. Always provide the appropriate mortar, taking into account the suction power of the facing brick.
After processing and the adapted insertion, the appearance of a limed/coated façade will be achieved.
Post-processing treatment with cement film remover is not recommended, nor is cleaning with a high-pressure water cleaner.
Weather conditions
Use ‘overhanging plastic (± 20 inch) for protection’ of fresh brickwork at the end of the working day. This prevents damage to the brickwork, associated with rain. Such damage does, i.e., increase the risk of leaching, cement residue or bleeding, tremendously. Also ensure proper discharge of rainwater after bricklaying activities; do not allow rainwater to run across the facade.
Prevent contamination of the brickwork. Protect the bottom of the brickwork from splashing water, if there is a risk for it.
Check and assess the facing bricks on-site, upon delivery, to ensure that they comply with the product ordered. Each pallet of facing bricks will include the ‘declaration of performance’, containing all information relevant to the brick supplied. If the delivery does not comply, it should be reported prior to actual processing. If processed, the product will be deemed to have been accepted and approved.
Storage
Place the pallets on a dry subsurface, such as wooden beams, for example. Always protect the facing bricks from rain, ascending moisture and splashing dirt.
Processing
A facing brick does, in principle, have 2 processable headers (short side) and 2 processable stretchers (full length). If at least 1 header and 1 stretcher are free of defects, the facing brick is deemed to be adequate and can be used for brickwork. It is the brick-layer who decides which side of the facing brick will be displayed as the visible side.
Based on the declared compressive strength, and to attain more attractive brickwork, the bricks should always be laid with the frog side (an indent on the flat, smooth side) up. If a frog is not present, the brick should be laid with the smooth side facing up.
Mix the bricks simultaneously from several pallets (at least 3 pallets). In this process, the bricks should be taken from the pallets in a diagonal fashion. Open the following series of pallets as soon as the first starts to diminish, and mix the bricks with that. This will ensure that you obtain an on-going mixture of facing bricks.
Pay attention to the moisture level of the brick at the moment of processing. Bricks that are too dry or too wet will result in poor processability and/or poor adhesion of the mortar.
Lay bricks in such a way that mortar is prevented from splashing on the bricks. Mortar can only be removed using special products. Always remove cement rests before pointing.
We strongly advise against using a random acid to remove excess product. Always contact the manufacturer if you need advice.
Weather conditions
Use ‘overhanging plastic (± 20 inch) for protection’ of fresh brickwork at the end of the working day. This prevents damage to the brickwork, associated with rain. Such damage does, i.e., increase the risk of leaching, cement residue or bleeding, tremendously. Also ensure proper discharge of rainwater after bricklaying activities; do not allow rainwater to run across the façade.
-Prevent contamination of the brickwork. Protect the bottom of the brickwork from splashing water, if there is a risk for it.
Sintered Bricks
The melting process of additives during the baking process causes irregular glazing on the straight side of the facing brick: this is what we call sintering. This sintering can lead to bricks sticking together and being packed this way. Tapping the bricks lightly will arrange for them to loosen again. Bricks, in which a small or larger clay shell loosens because of this, can simply be turned and processed with the other side, when not wanted in the area of view. These phenomena are typical for sintering and are contributory to the character of the brickwork with sintered bricks.
KOLORO PROCESSING REQUIREMENTS
Inspection
Check and assess the facing bricks on-site, upon delivery, to ensure that they comply with the product ordered. On our website you can find the technical sheet, DOP and processing directions, containing all information relevant to the brick supplied. If the delivery does not comply, it should be reported prior to actual processing. If processed, the product will be deemed to have been accepted and approved.
Storage
Place the pallets on a dry subsurface, such as wooden beams, for example. Always protect the facing bricks from rain, ascending moisture and splashing dirt.
Processing
Façade bricks from the KOLORO series have a cement-based coating. This coating provides the bricks with some specific properties. The following guidelines can be followed to ensure the correct and successful delivery of the façade masonry:
After the production process, a top layer/coating based on a cement mixture was applied to the hand-moulded bricks. The basic colour of the inner brick itself can sometimes be visible in patches (for example, at the edges if pieces have been broken off). The processor is free to resolve this afterwards, or not at all. In certain cases, fine craquelure patterning may be present in the top layer. These characteristics are typical of the stone.
The brick has a front and back: the front is uniformly coated, the back of the brick may show traces of the conveyor belt and usually contains less coating, or patches without coating. Processing can be as desired, with only with the front or back of the bricks visible or alternating. The processing method must be agreed with architect or client prior to the start of the masonry works.
If it is decided not to have the back of the bricks showing in the façade (with impressions from the conveyor belt and possible stains without coating), the bricks must always be placed with the correct front side to the front and the backside to the inside of the wall.
In wet conditions (for example, during masonry work or after rain), the coating may discolour, fade and/or become more transparent. The original & desired colour will be visible again once the brick has dried out. Even recently-opened packages can contain moist bricks that do not yet have the original colour.
The delivered bricks can always deviate slightly from any submitted samples. Façade bricks are manufactured with natural raw materials, while the applied cement coating is also subject to nuances due to the basic clay used (each production run is unique), as well as weather conditions.
The bricks are always wet when delivered on site. Always provide the appropriate mortar, taking into account the suction power of the facing brick.
After processing and the adapted insertion, the appearance of a limed/coated façade will be achieved.
Post-processing treatment with cement film remover is not recommended, nor is cleaning with a high-pressure water cleaner.
Weather conditions
Use ‘overhanging plastic (± 20 inch) for protection’ of fresh brickwork at the end of the working day. This prevents damage to the brickwork, associated with rain. Such damage does, i.e., increase the risk of leaching, cement residue or bleeding, tremendously. Also ensure proper discharge of rainwater after bricklaying activities; do not allow rainwater to run across the facade.
Prevent contamination of the brickwork. Protect the bottom of the brickwork from splashing water, if there is a risk for it.
