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Material Name: glazed brick
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Description
A brick or concrete block with a fired enamel finish on one side. The finished surfaces, available in many colors, were popular for interior and exterior finish construction in the mid-20th century. Glazed brick and blocks were an alternative to applying an additional layer of ceramic tile to the wall.

Synonyms and Related Terms
brique vernissée (Fr.); tijolo vidrado (Port.);


Last updated on: 8/6/2010 11:48:50 AM


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