Which facing brick for a rural home?
Are you looking for the right facing brick for your rural home, but not sure where to start? There are countless options, each with its own colour, texture and size. Choosing the right facing brick can be quite a task, but it is an important decision for the look of your house.
Facing bricks come in many colours and sizes, from cool grey to warm red and from standard to extra-large formats. It is important to match the colour, texture and size of the facing brick to the architecture and surroundings of your house.
Textures
A traditional rural home suits a facing brick with an aged look, while a more contemporary rural home suits a cleaner-lined brick. The texture of the brick plays a big part in this.
- A handform facing brick has a crafted, rustic appearance. Its irregular shapes and textures give the façade an authentic character that suits a rural setting.
- A moulded facing brick can suit a rural home thanks to its traditional appearance. Its straight, clean shapes give the façade a classic, timeless look that fits a rural character.
- An extruded facing brick has a clean, contemporary appearance. These bricks have a rectangular shape and a smooth texture, which gives the façade a crisp, modern look.
- Thanks to its even, smooth texture, a waterstruck brick goes well with a more contemporary interpretation of a rural home.
Surroundings
The surroundings are an essential factor in choosing the right facing brick. Natural elements such as trees, water, hills and rocks each have their own colours and textures that influence the choice.
Neighbouring buildings also matter. If many houses nearby have clean-lined façades, it can be more fitting to choose a clean-lined façade as well, so the house blends in with the rest of the street. This creates a consistent, coherent look.
On the other hand, it can be interesting to choose a facing brick that deliberately differs from the surrounding buildings, for example in colour or texture, so the house stands out in its neighbourhood.
A different format
Looking for a façade that truly stands apart? Linear bricks are a popular option. A linear brick is longer than the standard size. The extra length creates an elongated façade, especially when the wall is built without perpends. The format suits a traditional rural home well, as longer bricks were also used in the past. But long bricks look just as good on clean-lined façades.
Combining colours and materials
When you combine different materials, it is important to consider their colour and texture. A combination of brick and timber can work very well, but it is essential that the colours match.
Your architect or contractor usually guides you through all these decisions. We would be happy to welcome you to our showroom, where you can look at our bricks together and find inspiration for your rural home. Besides our collections, custom-made bricks are also possible.
At Joseph Bricks, personal service comes first. To give you a clearer picture of the intended pointing and mortar colour before you buy, we can make a sample panel. That way you know exactly what the result will be.
Would you like advice or to visit our showroom? Get in touch and we will be happy to help.