Interior brick slips are a must-have. If you are looking for a rustic look in the home, but want to avoid some of the limitations of real brick, this product is fantastic.
Here at Cawarden, we have a huge range of internal brick slips available at a competitive price. If you are wondering how you can make the best use of indoor brick slips, you are in the right place.
Today, we’ll share three creative ways to use brick slips based on our experience. Specifically, we’ll explore how they can be used inside the home to create stunning features and maximize aesthetic value.
WHAT ARE INTERNAL BRICK SLIPS?
Before we explore the possibilities that come with using brick slips, we are going to outline what, exactly, they are.
A helpful way to think of interior brick slips is like a thin slice of brick. Typically, they are either specifically made this way or cut from genuine bricks. Your supplier will be able to advise you on which route is best, based on your specific requirements and budget.
For many homeowners and interior designers, they are a fantastic option. They can still provide the look and feel of brick, but they do not require the space or internal support that brick does.
If you are trying to create an exposed brick feature or create an industrial aesthetic in your commercial or residential property, this product provides a wealth of benefits. Continue below where we explore some of the creative ways you can use brick slips in the home.
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UNIQUE WAYS TO USE INTERIOR BRICK SLIPS
Our team is forever being asked to advise on the best and most creative ways to use this product. If you are a regular reader of our blog, you will be familiar with articles where we outline if brick slips can be used on floors.
The truth is, this is merely one of the many creative ways they can be used. We have seen customers use them for areas of flooring and achieve fantastic results. We have also seen other highly creative uses of indoor brick slips. These include:
BATHROOM FEATURES
If you are looking to push the boundaries, you could consider the use of brick slips in the bathroom. This can either be in the form of a feature wall, or even more interestingly in the shower cubicle.
One thing to consider is water and moisture. Therefore, the installation process in a bathroom needs careful planning. Ideally, you would enlist the help of a professional with experience in this kind of task.
A brick sealant would be beneficial. Additionally, use a cement-based fiberboard if you’re creating a feature in the shower cubicle. Seal the gaps between the fiberboard with high-quality silicone sealant.
This can be quite a task but looks stunning if executed correctly. If you have enough experience, you can find a wealth of information online. Alternatively, we encourage you to reach out to an expert.
KITCHEN SPLASHBACKS
This design trend has taken off in the past few years and shows no signs of slowing down. Brick slips make creating a kitchen splashback far easier, as you need less space than you would if you used traditional brick. What’s more, you place less strain on the wall which rules out making significant structural changes.
If you are trying to create an industrial feel in the kitchen, or a space with rustic charm, this is the way to go. Not only will it impress guests, but exposed brick can add value to your property. This is always something to strive for, as you never know when a change might be required.
RUSTIC CHIMNEY BREAST
This idea is not exactly unique, as it has been a staple feature in design for many years. However, using internal brick slips to embellish your chimney breast can yield phenomenal results.
Not only does it draw the attention of guests, but it helps to create an interesting feature out of something ordinary. What’s more, it can break up a room from a visual perspective and really inject character.
True exposed brick, whether a feature wall or chimney breast, is a rare feature in contemporary homes. It seems that this is a choice of the past, with newer properties opting to use less work intensive materials. By using brick slips, you can capture the essence of the past with relative ease.
INDOOR BRICK SLIPS BY CAWARDEN
We hope you enjoyed the following article and you have some ideas for your next restoration or design project.
If you have any questions for our team, or regarding our extensive product offering, we encourage you to contact us. We have a leading range of reclaimed bricks and brick slips, all at a highly competitive price, which are suitable for a wide variety of projects.