Clay Difference
Characteristics | Genuine Burned Clay Brick | Vinyl Aluminum or Wood Siding | What Clay Means To You |
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Color | Enormous range of natural and unique colors | Limited color range | Improved resale value and lasting beauty |
Color Retention | Never fades; color is fired in at 1900 degrees Fahrenheit and it improves with age | Depending on material, colors fade; Wood needs to be painted | Clay brick is virtually maintenance free and offers a higher resale value |
Texture | Very wide range of bark, wire cut; Smooth, antique textures in all colors | Limited range | Clay brick allows a greater variety of design and beauty resulting in a higher resale value |
Strength | 8,000 to 10,000 psi (pounds per square inch) | Not load bearing | Clay brick lasts for decades |
"M" Factor | Up to 8 hours for clay brick to transfer 30 degrees Fahrenheit difference from outside to inside wall | About 1 hour to transfer 30 degrees Fahrenheit difference | Clay brick homes stay cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter |
Moisture Absorption | Approximately 20 gms/minute per 20 square inches | N/A | With Clay brick, your home does not go through drastic color change in rain |
Repair and Maintenance | Little or no maintenance required with proper design detailing and good masonry practice | Replacement may be needed due to scratches, dents, and warpage; Wood requires painting | Clay brick looks better as it ages and requires virtually no maintenance |