What kind of bricks do you need for a brick oven?

• <div><p>Use fire bricks for a brick pizza oven. These bricks are typically used for fireplaces and chimneys as they can withstand high temperatures from heat sources. If you attempt to use any other kind of bricks, it’s likely that this material will crack from such high heat exposure in the best case—and potentially explode and cause serious harm in the worst case. </p></div>

Is it normal for brick mortar to crack?

• <div><p>Minor hairline cracks in mortar are normal over time. This is a natural occurrence as bricks settle. You should <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cracked-brick-always-foundation-issue.htm">worry about cracks in brick</a> if you see vertical cracks that widen as they move up, stair-step cracks, L-shaped cracks, or deep horizontal cracks. These are all more serious signs of foundation damage.</p></div>

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Q: What is considered the hearth of a fireplace?

• <div><p>A fireplace hearth is a fireproof flooring material that extends out from the base of the fireplace and into the room. Hearths can be made of brick, ceramic, marble, limestone, and more. A hearth serves the purpose of decreasing the fire risk in the area directly around the fireplace. If flying embers hit carpet or wood, they&rsquo;ll spark and create a fire. But if they hit something like tile or granite, they&rsquo;ll simply go out.</p></div>

Q: Is it better to paint brick with a roller or brush?

• <div><p>A roller makes an excellent paint tool for brick. Using a roller can ensure the entire surface area gets painted evenly. If you choose a roller for painting brick, go for a thicker option, at least a half-inch. The key to using a roller while painting brick is making sure paint gets into the various crevices for even coverage.</p></div>

Q: Can you cut patio stones with a circular saw?

• <div><p>Yes, you can cut patio stones with a circular saw. Similar to using an electric grinder, you will need to use a diamond blade as this is the most effective blade for cutting a material like stone. The stone must be wet when using a circular saw to ensure the cut is smooth.</p></div>

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I have used this company for years after hiring quality paving they have exceeded expectations. I had hired other companies in the past and their were not able to fix my problem. I found grayland and he came over to my house and we assessed everything they would need to be done. The work they...
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Reviewed in June 2022
Paul Bryant and his team at Eco Landscaping and Design have turned my backyard into a wonderland! Paul painstakingly constructed and designed the perfect backdrop for my beautiful in ground fiberglass pool! He and his crew calculated an addition and modification to my fence, laid out a design...
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Reviewed in May 2018
Mr. Benjamin responded to my inquiry within 24hrs. He described in detail what would need to be done to fix our problem. He also gave us a firm price for the repairs. They arrived on time and completed the job professionally. We are very satisfied and highly recommend the Stone Doctor.
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Reviewed in September 2016
This team is very knowledgeable about stone work. They came every day possible, worked in the extreme heat and rain, and did a fabulous job. The detail in the work is what really sets this company apart from others. The team used top grade materials including black paper, wire, screws, concrete,...
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Reviewed in June 2016
Jeremy and his tile installer Jose (aka "Chewy") made this challenging job a rewarding experience in more ways than one. The project was to renovate three 1870ish fireplaces. For two of these, we were using a subway tile to emulate a Victorian-era look. The third involved a combination of...
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Reviewed in September 2014
I called three companies in the Terre Haute area and Northside was 80 dollars or more less than the other estimates I received. We had 10 tons of gravel delivered. He help spread it best that he could given the width of our driveway and trees. He arrived on time and performed the job very...
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Reviewed in September 2014
Upon signing contract for house to be built, it was stated that it should take 4-6 months. Construction took 8 months. The contractor had stated that either he or one of his workers would be present at all times during construction process. This was not the case. The subcontractor digging the...
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Reviewed in May 2013
The overall experience was not a good one. The owner is pleasant enough but the workers were very laxidazical. Smoking and throwing cigarette butts everywhere. The price was, I found out after the fact, very overpriced. The owner unloaded the metal for the roof in the front yard during the...
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Reviewed in October 2011
I had searched for medium size river gravel, but could find nothing. A friend told me about EasyLiving Garden Center, and I found that they have all sizes of river gravel - small (pea size), medium, and large (egg size). They have the gravel in-stock, so you can look and be sure it is what you...
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