David Kitching
British Bricks
- ISBN 13:
- 9781445659121
- author:
- David Kitching
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Amberley Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 23.5 x 1.5 x 16.7 cm
- Genre:
- Art, Architecture & Photography, Architecture, Techniques & Tools, David Kitching,British Bricks,Amberley Publishing,1445659123,History: Specific Subjects,Construction - General,Architecture,History / Britain, Ireland,ARCHITECTURE / Methods & Materia
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Bricks are an integral part of our built environment, yet they often go unnoticed. This book explores the history and development of brickworks in Britain, examining the diverse range of bricks produced by these local industries. From small kilns in rural fields to large-scale continuous kilns, millions of bricks were manufactured to meet the demands of housing, transport, and industry. The use of fireclay and silica rock enabled the production of refractory bricks that could withstand high temperatures. Today, although there are fewer brickworks, their output remains significant. The book delves into the stories behind these brickworks, including the names of the companies that produced them, which were often pressed into the frog of the bricks they made. This unique feature provides a tangible link to the past and offers a fascinating glimpse into Britain's industrial heritage.
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