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S the feel is authentic Something so inviting that you sense it as much as you see it. You feel it, and it feels like home. Matchless for its endurance and timeless in its visual appeal, a brick home shelters us like no other building material can. It surrounds us with an environment of security and structural integrity, and conveys an assurance of permanent value. But it is the authentic feeling of brick that downright wins us over, giving us a sensual awareness that says everything works together beautifully. The anthology of Glen-Gery Brick homes is scrolled in gorgeous color and detail across the landscape, revealed in residences like these that perfectly convey the spirit of the individuals who built them. The very latest chapter proudly showcases beautiful homes made with genuine molded brick. The elegant pink tones of genuine molded facebrick create a lush mural for the cast stone quoins and window surrounds. Concord White Concord White molded facebrick conveys a polished intimacy that brightens and opens up areas. It lives beautifully with distinctive design elements like arch top windows, dormers, porch pillars and a defining parabolic arch. more than a century of quality brickmaking Glen-Gery has been a standard-bearer in American brickmaking since 1890, in stride with the emerging building culture born of the Industrial Revolution. Ever since then, the distinct blend of master craftsmanship, highest quality materials and innovative manufacturing have consistently earned Glen-Gery a pinnacle role in the industry. Our heritage-honed products continue to define how American homes and businesses are designed and built. The diversity and endurance of Glen-Gery Brick are evident across town and country, in village squares and city medical centers, at halls of learning and places of worship. Equally impressive are the many thousands of residences that proudly claim Glen-Gery Brick as their hallmark. 2
Glen-Gery genuine molded brick: where artistry and technology meet G Glen-Gery s colors and textures are legendary in brickmaking, developed through century-old craftsmanship coupled with a research initiative that continues to yield innovative technology. That diligence and view to the future has never faltered, and Glen-Gery genuine molded brick is a perfect indication of our dedication to make only the finest brick and to meet our customers expectations. Genuine molded brick s design potential is limitless. Here double rowlock frames on windows and entrance arches, header courses fanning out on the curved entry walls, and corbelled soldier courses are winningly integrated with running bond brick. The romantic blush of Saratoga 1776 genuine molded brick is a symphony of elements worthy of a standing ovation. A jack arch with keystone over each window echoes the bonded Roman arch over the entry and on the top window. Brick window sills complete the harmony. Saratoga 1776 3
the look is exceptional The sky s the limit to what you can create with Glen-Gery genuine molded brick. Imagine the pride and pleasure of saying We re home. 53 DD from start to finish, a better brick by far All bricks start out the same way, a mixture of shale and clay and water. What sets Glen-Gery genuine molded brick apart from all others is our Glen-Gery genuine molded brick is adaptable to a broad range of architectural styles and building designs. After selecting a face brick, match your selection to a wide assortment of shapes, pavers and custom units. Our extensive product line supports a unified design statement. unique process. Critical and incredibly precise variables are brought to bear to produce our vibrant colors. Our sand comes from diverse quarries all along the east coast, the source of our extraordinary range of rich shades and tinges. 4
the genuine article molded brick Our brickmaking is a painstaking combination of skilled journeywork and state-of-the-art technology. Our unique manufacturing process infuses the brick mold box with material, then vibrates and releases it, achieving the soft, irregular edges of our genuine molded brick. Sand is the releasing agent, so all of our genuine molded brick products have sand finish textures. Glen-Gery s master tradesmen the best in the industry constantly oversee and manipulate the molds. They push, pull, dump and twist creating the perfect union of color and texture. The result is an intended singularity that delivers a subtle and pleasing variation. The exquisite shadings and sand-finished textures of our genuine molded brick imbue a depth and visual appeal that has no equal. The interplay of shapes and surfaces keystoned windows, rowlock round arch around louvers, and corbel details on the chimney add warmth and character. Often the first blush of our love affair with brick began with family gatherings on a patio. Glen Gery genuine molded brick gives you choices now that are both breathtaking and practical. 5
genuine molded brick for the way we live today T Today is the perfect time to stop and consider how to make your life better, and your home is the perfect place to start. It s where you find those joys that restore, those reasons to look around you, smile, and say, I m really proud of my home. The people of Glen-Gery Brick know how you feel. It is our life s work to make your home a source of pride. We can offer professional guidance, insights and advice, and put your mind at ease about every aspect of planning and building your home. We will simplify the process of finding the perfect brick for your style, budget, home design preferences, and landscape. We are available to consult on every aspect from planning stage to completion. We ve built our reputation by being responsive to customer needs. Depend on Glen-Gery for quality and consistency with every product, and for superior performance by our team of professionals. 53 DD Water tables, once used to reduce water penetration, are now used by architects and designers to lend decorative elements. Brick arches impart a sense of strength and tradition. 53 DD Genuine molded brick pairs brilliantly with the landscape, adding form and function that broadens the enjoyment of your home s surrounding space. Ornamental interwoven brickwork and rowlock arches frame an entranceway to beckon visitors and enchant all who are drawn to enter. Masonry is the perfect way to maximize outdoor living possibilities. It dramatically increases recreation and entertainment space, and carves out perfect places for making memories. 8
the choice is Glen-Gery Nothing compares to Glen-Gery genuine molded brick... for surrounding you with style, craftsmanship, enduring beauty and peace of mind. for comforting you like no other building material, with its permanence, stability, security, and design integrity. for energy efficiency and suitability for any climate. for standing up to the elements, and requiring little or no care. for long-term investment value. Rivaling the sun itself for warmth, the subtle color variations of genuine molded brick enhances the landscape and define your private paradise. for creating your signature look, the one that welcomes people to your home and warms your very being each time you arrive there. Savor the possibilities and build the home of your dreams with Glen-Gery. Genuine molded brick offers infinite ways to create an individual statement using eye-catching architectural effects that make your home unforgettable. 6
53 DD Rich, commanding burgundy tones are striking for their undercurrents of red, chocolate and plum. They can offer vivid contrast to architectural elements like roofs, sidings and doors. A stunning combination of Glen-Gery reds beautifully sets off the artistry of Flemish headers. A single brick is turned every third course, dramatically interrupting the running bond brick. Elliptical arches accent fanlights above French doors. 52 DD and 53 DD blend 7
genuine molded brick pavers The warmth, texture and patterns of genuine molded brick pavers have made them an overwhelming favorite for driveways, walkways, garden paths and patios. Durable, easy-to-install and practically maintenance free, pavers lend themselves handsomely to special effects. Their rich earthy tones can be combined in complementary or contrasting colors that grow more beautiful with age. Whether you stand on ceremony or color outside the lines, pavers are your ticket to a winning and welcoming accent for your home. Sands Point A running bond pattern in red 53 DD flashed with dark accents merges beautifully with the landscape, making for expansive living. The old-world appeal of cobblestone springs to life in our latest motif, the New Amsterdam paver series. The elegant simplicity of comely cobblestone lends a warmth and ambience reminiscent of our most cherished traditions. 53 DD Danish A pairing of two contrasting patterns sailor bond inset arch with running bond merits a lingering look. The pale pink and undertones of are strikingly personalized in herringbone pattern to create a stately entranceway. 9
a brick for all reasons: thin brick, standard and custom shapes G Genuine molded brick introduces drama and character in unexpected shapes and unpredictable places. Imagine the possibilities when you integrate genuine molded facebrick with matching thin brick. At a quarter the weight of facebrick and 3/4-inch thickness, thin brick s versatility can be used to great creative and structural advantage. The end result is the integration of unifying accents at every turn. The appeal is immediate, and the enjoyment lasts a lifetime. Look at your landscape with new eyes and savor all the things you can do with brick to add color and dimension. Simple edging will define and dramatize your garden areas. Make a polished opening statement with a stately post for your mailbox. Walls, arches, doorways and sills can be beautiful instruments in your home s symphony. Bring your special areas to life with Glen-Gery genuine molded facebrick, thin brick and pavers. When you do, you will reveal the intrinsic loveliness of your entire living space. 53 DD Water tables add dimension to flat walls. Inverted, they form decorative cornice brickwork. Sculpted chimneys take singularity to new heights. Bricks inset at a 45-degree angle can boldly contrast with their surrounds. Thin Brick retains the beauty of molded brick when building design or other considerations may not permit the use of standard brick masonry. Sills and copings reduce the potential for water penetration, and add distinctive detail to wall caps, windows and door openings. 10
An ornamental brick pattern makes a striking contrast when woven into exterior walls. Genuine molded brick is a welcome addition to your interior rooms. Nothing evokes more comfort and serenity than a brick fireplace. Vermont Why not your very own gorgeous arch? Picture this spectacular addition to your life, a future setting for your elegant events and everyday escapes. superlative self-expression Brick is much more than a shape. It is an extraordinary work of art. Brick inspires. Feel the rough-hewn edges. Lean against it. Drink in the rich tonal gradations. Many pleasing brickwork design devices can be accomplished with Glen-Gery s standardized shapes in genuine molded brick. When a novel shape is desired to bring a very specific design element to life, our expertise in making custom shape bricks is always available. Glen-Gery welcomes the opportunity to develop a specially shape brick to achieve a certain effect. Our skilled technical and manufacturing staff members can help you turn your ideas into reality. 11
Front cover: Hubbardton 1776 Molded facebrick in the salmon tones of Hubbardton 1776 makes a unified statement that trumpet originality. Quoins add stately corner definition and keystone-accented windows lend striking contrast. a versatile performer An abundance of choices in color, shape and size allow you to choose the brick that perfectly conveys all the elements that define who you are. Concord White Danish Thin Brick 1776 Thin Brick Eng. 4 x 8 Paver Harbor Mist Heather Rose Thin Brick Standard Saratoga Hubbardton Sierra 56 DD Thin Brick 4 x 8 Paver 1776 Thin Brick Eng. 1 HB 26 HB (flashed) 26 HB (redburn) 350 M Standard 47 HB 4 HB 250 M Catawba 4 x 8 Paver Vienna 52 DD Standard 70 8" 53 DD Thin Brick Standard 4 x 8 Paver 70 8" 51 DDX Standard A Glen-Gery original: New Amsterdam Series cobblestone paving brick (4 x 8 Cobble Clay Pavers) New Amsterdam Paver Cedarhurst Sands Point Old Field Oak Beach Oyster Bay 2015 Glen-Gery Corporation 11/08 VP/30M 610.374.4011 info@glengery.com www.glengery.com