What are the advantages of having a house made of brick or stone?
• The use of materials such as brick and stone can increase the thermal mass of a building, giving increased comfort in the heat of summer and the cold of winter and can be ideal for passive solar applications. • Brick typically will not require painting and so can provide a structure with reduced life-cycle costs, although sealing appropriately will reduce potential spalling due to frost damage. Concrete block of the non-decorative variety generally is painted or stuccoed if exposed. • The appearance, especially when well crafted, can impart an impression of solidity and permanence. • Is very heat resistant and thus will provide good fire protection.
