Now architects have a more cost-effective, long-lasting alternative to brick for exteriors. Called Novabrik, this innovative, mortarless technology saves money on installation and never needs painting, prevents mold, and won’t warp, dent, or fade.
Novabrik’s high-strength concrete bricks overlap and interlock to create a strong, water-resistant brick veneer. Novabrik can be installed on wood and steel studs, and concrete structures. Because the bricks hang on the wall, no brick ledge or steel support is necessary.
The installation cost of Novabrik is often 20- to 25-percent less than conventional masonry brick. Additionally, Novabrik can be installed year-round, even in freezing temperatures, allowing for no additional installation costs during winter months. This self-supporting property makes Novabrik a perfect product for new or renovated commercial buildings.
More substantive than traditional brick, Novabrik can withstand the effects of severe weather, high winds, and fire. Its special “rain-screen” design prevents water from penetrating the wall from the outside, and the mortarless construction promotes airflow in the wall cavity, removing any moisture coming from the inside and preventing mold decay.
