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Old 05-20-2006, 02:59 PM   #1
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Chimney - brick ?


What type of brick is used for the upper section of the chimney as it exists the roof?

A friend needs to rebuild his.

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Old 05-23-2006, 09:30 AM   #2
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Most of the time its just a decortive brick( 2.5" high x 3.5" deep x 7.5" long) or you can just use a grey brick of the same size.There is also a brick called a Jumbo brick that also can be used. I have also used a block that is already factory made up into a square but weather it is the right size or not you will have to determine. Go to your local brick supplier and they will be able to fix you up.

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Just a personal opinion...but if the home currently has any exposed brick, I would try to match it with the chimney.
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Is there a special type of brick to use on a chimney?

Someone said a 'water struck'???? brick should be used but I am not sure.

I would think that one could not use a walk way paver brick for a chimney but I am not sure???
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