Specialty Brick & Stone

Specialty reclaimed brick and stone from historic buildings and streets to create a one of a kind look for your project.

Firebrick

What better bricks to build your fireplace with than ones that were specially made for extreme high heat tolerance? These reclaimed bricks come from the abandoned kilns of an old brickyard, which in its heyday 100 years ago was one of the largest brick producer in the world. Outstanding for both their beauty and their functionality, these bricks can be seen in the fireplaces of some of the most exclusive homes in the US. Browse our specialty brick and stone options below.

Reclaimed Firebrick

What better bricks to build your fireplace with than ones that were specially made for extreme high heat tolerance? We reclaimed them from the abandoned kilns of an old brickyard, which in its heyday 100 years ago was one of the largest brick producer in the world. Outstanding for both their beauty and their functionality, these bricks can be seen in the fireplaces of some of the most exclusive homes in the US.

Curbing

Their traditional purpose of edging streets and walkways is just the beginning of the design possibilities for these vintage curbing stones. They can also be laid flat for paving/patios, steps, benches, fireplaces and more. In general, sizes are 4″ to 6″ thick, 12″ to 18″ deep and 3′ to 6′ long. This is another great way to incorporate reclaimed specialty building materials into your unique and stylish environment.

Reclaimed Granite Curbing

Choose granite’s classic shades of grey to harmonize with poured concrete or contrast subtly with materials of other colors. The hardest stone on earth, granite is unfazed by the most extreme weather or traffic conditions.

Reclaimed Sandstone Curbing

Soft tones of buff give sandstone its warmth and personality. It’s also noted for strength and durability, making it a great choice for projects where failure is not an option.

Flooring

Thin brick floor tiles are as easy to install as any ceramic tile, providing logistical and cost-effective solutions for a wide range of design and construction challenges. Choose from 1/2″ or 15/16″ thicknesses. The modular shape (3 5/8″ x 7 5/8″) makes prefabrication possible.

Please visit www.brick-floor-tile.com for complete details on our specialty brick and stone flooring products. Please call Jeff Gavin at (319) 631-4356 to discuss your project and to request samples. You also may email us at info@brick-floor-tile.com with any questions.

Old Chicago Brick Floor Tile

This stunning brick veneer tile started life many decades ago as high quality building brickwork in Old Chicago. When the buildings were slated for demolition, we salvaged the bricks and sliced them into 1/2″ tile for your interior or exterior brick veneer projects.

Antique Warehouse Red Herringbone Flooring

Oversized bricks from the 19th century cut for perfect herringbone patterns make a bold design statement in the 21st century. Rescued from demolished buildings throughout the Midwest, they come in a wide range of shades from dark red/purple to orange.

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Veneer

As close to authentic brick as it’s possible to get, this beautiful veneer is cut from genuine vintage building bricks which we salvaged from demolition sites in Chicago. These high quality bricks give you the character and durability of the originals along with the installation convenience of veneer. Sliced into 1/2″ thick tiles, they are infinitely adaptable for interior or exterior projects.

Please visit www.brick-floor-tile.com for complete details on our thin brick flooring products. Please call Jeff Gavin at (319) 631-4356 to discuss your project and to request samples. You also may email us at info@brick-floor-tile.com with any questions about our specialty building materials.

Old Chicago Brick Veneer

As close to authentic brick as it’s possible to get, this beautiful veneer is cut from genuine vintage building bricks which we salvaged from demolition sites in Chicago. These high quality bricks give you the character and durability of the originals along with the installation convenience of veneer. Sliced into 1/2″ thick tiles, they are infinitely adaptable for interior or exterior projects.

Antique Warehouse Red Veneer

Oversized bricks from the 19th century cut thin for veneer make a bold design statement in the 21st century. Rescued from demolished buildings throughout the Midwest, they come in a wide range of shades from dark red/purple to orange.

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