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BORAL® THIN BRICKINSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Build With Boral®

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© BoralBricks Inc., 2007

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ESTIMATING THE THIN BRICK REQUIRED :03

TOOLS REQUIRED :04

OTHER MATERIALS REQUIRED :05

SURFACE PREPARATION FOR MORTAR INSTALLATIONS :07

APPLYING BORAL® THIN BRICK :09

WORKING WITH MASONRY ADHESIVE (INTERIOR ONLY) :13

FILLING AND FINISHING MORTAR JOINTS :15

TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS :17

GENERAL INFORMATION :19

INCORPORATE GOOD BUILDING PRACTICES :21

BORAL® THIN BRICK 50-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY :24

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BUILDING CODE REQUIREMENTS VARY FROM AREA TO AREA.

CHECK WITH LOCAL AUTHORITIES FOR BUILDING CODE

REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA. CAREFULLY READ ALL

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH

YOUR BORAL® THIN BRICK PROJECT. OBSERVE SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS. BORAL® THIN BRICK PRODUCTS ARE COVERED

BY A 50-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY WHEN INSTALLED IN

ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS. SEE WARRANTY ON PAGE 24.

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Staple Gun/Hammer(Applying weather-resistant barrier and/or metal lath)

Metal Jointing Tool/Wood Stick(Finishing joints)

Mason’s Trowel(Applying mortar)

Margin Trowel(Applying masonry adhesive)

Mortar/Grout Bag

Wheelbarrow and Hoe or Commercial Mortar Mixer(Mixing mortar) Level

Mortar Board and Plasterer’s Trowel

Masonry, Circular, Table Sawor Grinder with Carborundumor Diamond Bladeor Wet Saw

Hacksaw

Whisk Broom(Cleaning finished work)

Wide-Mouth Nippers/Hatchet(Trimming brick)

Safety Glasses(Use when cutting brick)

Dust Mask

Determine the amount of Boral® Thin Brick needed by measuring the area to be covered. Measurethe length times the height of all wall sections to arrive at the total square footage of flat area. Subtractsquare footage for windows, doors and other openings. Measure the height of all outside corners aslinear footage to determine the amount of corner pieces needed. One linear foot of corner piecescovers approximately .8 square foot of flat area. Subtract the flat area covered by the linear feet ofcorner pieces from the square footage of flat area required. You may wish to obtain some extra brickto allow for cutting and trimming.

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Length xx Height = Wall Area

Window/Door Width xx Window/Door Height = Window/Door Area

Total Linear Feet of Corners Required xx .8 = Wall Area Covered by Corners

Total Wall Area –– Total Window/Door Area –– Wall Area Covered by Corners = Square Ft. Flats Required

BB.. WWeeaatthheerr--RReessiissttaanntt BBaarrrriieerrDepending on local building code requirements, barriers should meet the requirements of ICCAcceptance Criteria #38, Acceptance Criteria for Water-Resistive Barriers. Note: Weather-resistant barriers must be used on all exterior and interior mortarapplications except for those over masonry or concrete.

CC.. FFllaasshhiinnggTo maintain the weather resistance of the exterior wall on which brick products are installed,rigid, corrosion-resistant flashing and weepscreed shall be installed at all penetrations andterminations of the brick cladding. Flashing type and locations shall be in accordance with therequirements of the applicable building code.

DD.. MMeettaall LLaatthh 1. Minimum 2.5-lb. galvanized expanded metal lath (diamond mesh) meeting the requirements of

ASTM C 847, or minimum 18-gauge galvanized, self-furring woven wire mesh meeting therequirements of ASTM C 1032.

2. For metal buildings and open stud construction – minimum 3.4-lb. 3 ⁄8" rib paper-backedgalvanized metal lath.

3. Or other code-accepted mesh or lath.

EE.. FFaasstteenneerrss1. Galvanized nails, staples, concrete nails. 2. Corrosion-resistant, self-drilling, self-taping pancake-head screw with 7⁄16" head, of 1 1 ⁄4" length

or suitable to obtain 3 ⁄8" penetration beyond inside surface of metal. (Used for installing to metalsurfaces or metal framing.)

FF.. MMaassoonnrryy SSeeaalleerrSilane-based, breather-type sealer (if required). See “Sealers” in the General Information section (page 19).

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AA.. MMiixxiinngg MMoorrttaarrUsing a Portland cement/lime/sand, masonry cement/sand or pre-blended “just add potablewater” mortar, mix to a firm, moist consistency. Mortar that is too dry and crumbly will notprovide a proper bond. Mortar that is too wet will be weak and messy.

Weather ConditionsApplications should be protected from temperatures below 40°F as mortar will not set up properlyunder such conditions. Do not use antifreeze compounds to lower the freezing point of mortar. SeeInternational Building Code 2104.3 for cold-weather construction requirements.

Note: Additives should not be used unless approved by building official. Additives should meetthe requirements of ASTM C 270 or CSA A179.

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PPrrooppoorrttiioonnss ffoorr MMoorrttaarrParts by Volume

Mortar Portland Cement Masonry Cement Hydrated Lime Masonry Sand

Type Type N or Lime Putty

NN 11 –– 11 44 11//22 ttoo 66

NN –– 11 –– 22 11//44 ttoo 33

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1 Bag Type N Masonry Cement ++ 4 Five-gallon Pails of Sand ++ Appropriate H2O == 3 CF of Mortar

WALL SURFACE

RRiiggiidd BBaacckkwwaallllWallboardPlywoodPanelingOSBConcrete BoardPolystyrene Insulation BoardInstalled Over a Rigid Backwall

CClleeaann && UUnnttrreeaatteeddConcrete, Masonry or Stucco

DDiirrttyy,, PPaaiinntteedd oorr SSeeaalleeddConcrete, Masonry or Stucco

MMeettaall BBuuiillddiinnggss

IInnssuullaattiioonn BBooaarrdd oorr OOppeenn SSttuuddssPolystyrene Foam Board

INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PREPARATION REQUIRED

Cover sheathing with a minimum of 1 layer of breather-type weather-resistant barrier, lap joints 6" at vertical joints and 2" at horizontaljoints in shingle fashion. Then, in accordance with local buildingcode, lap and install lath or mesh using galvanized nails or staples 6"on center vertically, penetrating studs a minimum of 1-3 ⁄8".Continuously wrap weather-resistant barrier and metal lath aminimum of 16" to next framing member around all outside andinside corners (Fig. 1).

Examine newly poured concrete closely to ensure that its finishedsurface contains no release agents (form oil). If it does contain formoil, etch surface with muriatic acid, rinse thoroughly and/or scorewith a wire brush (Fig. 3). No further preparation needed.

Sandblast or waterblast to original surface (remove sandblasting dustby washing) or securely attach lath.

Lap and install 3.4-lb. 3⁄8" rib, paper-backed, expanded metal lath tometal cladding supports of 20 gallons to 12 gallons using corrosion-resistant, self-drilling, self-tapping pancake-head screw with 7⁄16"head, of 1-1 ⁄4" length or suitable to obtain 3 ⁄8" penetration beyondinside surface metal. Screws should be installed on center equal to1 screw/sq. ft. and shall not exceed 6" on center in one direction.Apply 1 ⁄2" to 3 ⁄4" scratch coat and allow to dry 48 hours (Fig. 4).

Lap and install 3.4-lb. 3⁄8" rib, paper-backed, expanded metal lathto studs using nails that penetrate a minimum of 1" at 4" on center.Apply 1 ⁄2" to 3 ⁄4" scratch coat and allow to dry 48 hours (Fig. 2).

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Using the table on these two pages, determine the correct surface preparation for your installation.

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Rigid Backwall

Weather-ResistantBarrier

Metal Lath

Mortar

Boral® Thin Brick

WWEEAATTHHEERR--RREESSIISSTTAANNTT BBAARRRRIIEERR//WWAATTEERR--RREESSIISSTTAANNTT BBAARRRRIIEERR ((WWRRBB))When installing manufactured brick veneer in an exterior application requiring a WRB, it isrecommended that two separate layers of WRB be used. Each layer of WRB should meet therequirements for Water Resistive Barrier (Grade D) as defined by ICC Acceptance Criteria AC-38.Installation of the WRB should follow instructions provided by the specific manufacturer.

Open Studs

Weather-ResistantBarrier (Paper-Backed Metal Lath)

Metal Lath

Scratch Coat

Mortar

Boral® Thin Brick

Concrete orMasonry Surface

Mortar

Boral® Thin Brick

Metal Building

Weather-ResistantBarrier (Paper-Backed Metal Lath)Scratch Coat

Mortar

Boral® Thin Brick

WWeettttiinngg EExxtteerriioorr WWaallllssDampen concrete or masonry wall surfaces with water (A) prior to the application of the brick.

WWeettttiinngg tthhee TThhiinn BBrriicckk bbeeffoorree AAppppllyyiinngg wwiitthh MMoorrttaarrThe back of the brick should be completely damp (B), but free from surface water at the time of application.

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IINNSSTTAALLLLIINNGG BBOORRAALL®® TTHHIINN BBRRIICCKK AATT GGRROOUUNNDD LLEEVVEELLKeep the finished edge of the Boral® Thin Brick product a minimum of 4" above grade if earth or 2" above pavement. This will:• Provide drainage as required by applicable building code• Avoid possible staining of the brick by soils containing alkali or other minerals

LLaayy OOuutt WWaallll AArreeaaChoose the type of wall pattern desired. Allowing for a mortar joint of 3 ⁄8"–1/2", calculate and markoff the number of courses required. Adjust joint size to minimize horizontal cutting. Run level guide lines to ensure proper placement of bricks.

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AA.. SSttaarrttiinngg PPooiinnttApply mortar and brick, working from the bottom up or from the top down. Working from the topdown may help avoid splashing previously applied brick with dripping mortar.

BB.. AAppppllyyiinngg MMoorrttaarr ttoo PPrreeppaarreedd SSuurrffaaccee AArreeaaUsing a plasterer’s or mason’s trowel (Figs. 5 and 6), apply mortar 1 ⁄2"–3 ⁄4" thick to preparedsurface area. Do not spread more than a workable area (5 to 10 sq. ft.) so that mortar will not setup before brick is applied.

CC.. SSeettttiinngg tthhee BBrriicckkssPress each brick into the mortar setting bed firmly enough to squeeze some mortar out around thebrick’s edges. Apply pressure to the brick to ensure a good bond. EEnnssuurree ccoommpplleettee ccoovveerraaggeebbeettwweeeenn tthhee mmoorrttaarr bbeedd aanndd bbaacckk ssuurrffaaccee ooff tthhee bbrriicckk.. Mortar may also be applied to theentire back of the brick (Fig. 7). When brick is installed correctly, lath will not be visible.

Care must be taken to avoid smearing mortar on surface of brick. Accidental smears or mortar drippings should be removedusing a whisk broom only after mortar has become crumbly.

DD.. IInnssttaallll CCoorrnneerr PPiieecceess FFiirrssttIf your application requires corner pieces, apply these first. Notice that the corner pieces have a longand a short leg. Alternate these in opposite directions (Fig. 8).

FFiigguurree 88..Apply corner pieces first –alternating long and short legsin the opposite directions

EE.. IInnssttaallll FFllaatt BBrriicckkStart at the end of the wall to complete one horizontal course of brick. Work across the surface areaone course at a time. Keep courses level and plumb by using a carpenter’s level to check each courseas it is laid (Fig. 9).

FF.. KKeeeepp YYoouurr MMoorrttaarr JJooiinnttss CCoonnssiisstteennttPlace the individual bricks close together, creating 3 ⁄8"–1/2" uniform joints between them. Cut trimas required to achieve consistent width in the mortar joints.

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FFiigguurree 55..Apply mortar using aplasterer’s trowel

FFiigguurree 66..Apply mortar using amason’s trowel

FFiigguurree 77..Mortar applied to entireback of brick

FFiigguurree 99..Apply flat pieces

On some interior projects, the use of masonry adhesive offers a fast and easy alternative to mortar.Note: Do not wet brick when installing with adhesive. Do not install weather-resistant barrier.Recommended adhesives include: Loctite PowerGrab, Liquid Nails Marble and Granite.

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Masonry adhesive may be applied over most clean and structurallysound interior surfaces such as plywood, cement backer board,concrete block and concrete.

Loose surface materials should be removed. Coarse sanding may be required on very smooth surfaces to achieve a good bonding surface.

As an alternative, plywood sheathing fastened to the wall studsover existing or removed surface materials will provide aninexpensive and effective application substrate.

Masonry adhesive is NOT RECOMMENDED for application oversmooth textured tile, metal, wallpaper, drywall, some types ofpaint or surfaces that are continually damp.

IInntteerriioorr SSuurrffaacceess Preparation Required When Using Masonry Adhesive

SSEETTTTIINNGG BBRRIICCKK WWIITTHH MMAASSOONNRRYY AADDHHEESSIIVVEEPlace adhesive as per adhesive manufacturer’s instructions on the back of each brick in a 1⁄4" bead (Fig. 10). Press and wiggle bricks into place on wall surface until they bottom out. Set bricks level andplumb, completing one row at a time. Apply grout between bricks using a mortar/grout bag.

CCUUTTTTIINNGG AANNDD TTRRIIMMMMIINNGGMake half bricks by scoring the back side with a hacksaw and snapping the brick in half.

Vertical or horizontal cuts can be made using a table saw, circular saw or small grinder equipped witha diamond or carborundum blade.

SAFETY GLASSES AND A DUST MASK SHOULD ALWAYS BE WORN WHEN CUTTINGANY BORAL® THIN BRICK PRODUCTS.

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FFiigguurree 1100..Apply adhesive to theback of each brick

AA.. FFiilllliinngg JJooiinnttss wwiitthh MMoorrttaarrUse a mortar/grout bag to fill in joints (Fig. 11). Care must be taken to avoid smearing mortar onsurface of brick. Accidental smears or mortar drippings should be removed only after mortar hasbecome crumbly. Use a whisk broom or dry bristle brush. Never use a wet brush or wire brush.

BB.. FFiinniisshhiinngg JJooiinnttssWhen the mortar joints have become firm (“thumbprint” dry), they should be pointed up with ametal jointing tool. Rake out excess mortar, compact and seal edges around bricks (Fig. 12). (Setting time will vary depending on wall surface and climatic conditions.)

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FFiigguurree 1111..Use a mortar/grout bagto fill any unmortaredspaces between bricks

FFiigguurree 1122..Finish mortar jointswith a jointing tool

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Mortarjoints areuniform.

Jointing isconcave.

Mortarjoints arenot uniform.

Incorrecttooling ofjoints —joints rakedtoo deeply.

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IInn sseeqquueennccee:: 11- sheathing 22,,33- weather-resistant barrier 44- galvanized metal lath 55- mortar 66- Boral® Thin Brick 77- tooled mortar joint

IInn sseeqquueennccee:: 11- rigid foam insulation 22,,33- weather-resistant barrier 44- metal lath 55- scratch coat 66- mortar setting bed77- Boral® Thin Brick88- tooled mortar joint

11 22

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55

66

77

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IInn sseeqquueennccee:: 11- mortar applied directly to

untreated, unpainted masonry or concrete

22- Boral® Thin Brick 33- tooled mortar joint

IInn sseeqquueennccee:: Weather-resistant barrier mustoverlap a minimum of 16" onvertical joints, at outside andinside corners. Lap materials 2"on horizontal joints. Galvanizedmetal lath must wrap aroundcorner so that lap occurs atframing member, min. 16"beyond outside or inside corner.11- sheathing22,,33- weather-resistant barrier 44- metal lath

CCoorrnneerr PPrreeppaarraattiioonn

11

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33

11

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44

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CClleeaanniinnggDirt, etc., may be removed by using a strong solution of granulated soap or detergent and waterwith a bristle brush. DDoo nnoott uussee aa wwiirree bbrruusshh as it will cause damage to the surface. Rinseimmediately with fresh water. For help with serious cleaning problems, contact your local Boral®

sales representative. DDoo nnoott aatttteemmpptt ttoo cclleeaann uussiinngg aacciidd oorr aacciidd--ccoonnttaaiinniinngg pprroodduuccttss,,ppoowweerr--wwaasshhiinngg,, ssaannddbbllaassttiinngg oorr wwiirree--bbrruusshh cclleeaanniinngg..

SSaalltt aanndd DDee--IIcciinngg CChheemmiiccaallssBecause all concrete and masonry are vulnerable to damage by salt, Boral® Thin Brick products are not warranted against damage incurred from salt or other chemicals used to remove snow or ice. Do not use de-icing chemicals on areas immediately adjacent to a Boral® Thin Brick veneer application.

SSccuuffffiinnggScuffing occurs on all brick. Occasionally some scuffing will occur on the surface of Boral® Thin Brickproducts. This can enhance the appearance of your Boral® Thin Brick veneer installation. Some scuffmarks can be removed by cleaning as described above.

EEfffflloorreesscceenncceeEfflorescence is a water-soluble salt that is deposited on the surface of stucco, concrete, brick andother masonry products by the evaporation of water from the wall. On rare occasions, efflorescencewill occur on Boral® Thin Brick products. To remove efflorescence, allow the brick to dry thoroughly,then scrub vigorously with a stiff bristle brush and clean water. Rinse thoroughly – do not use a wirebrush. For more difficult efflorescence problems, scrub thoroughly with a solution of 1 part whitehousehold vinegar to 5 parts water. Rinse thoroughly. For unusually difficult cleaning problems,contact your local Boral sales location.

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SSeeaalleerrssSealers are not necessary on Boral® Thin Brick. However, some customers use sealers to helpprevent staining in applications prone to smoke, soot, dirt or water splashing. If you choose to use asealer, make sure it is a silane-based, breathable sealer. Take note that sealers may darken the colorof the brick. A sealer may also slow the natural movement of moisture out of the brick and increasethe possibility of efflorescence and/or spalling. For information regarding actual performance orapplication of sealers, contact the manufacturer of the sealer directly.

UUssee ooff BBoorraall®® TThhiinn BBrriicckk BBeellooww WWaatteerr LLeevveellssBoral® Thin Brick is a lightweight concrete material and will not deteriorate from exposure to freshwater. The use of Boral® Thin Brick below water level, in which the water is chlorinated, treated withchemicals or dirty, will likely cause discoloration as it would on any concrete, natural stone or othermaterials. Boral® Thin Brick concrete and many natural stone materials are subject to potentialdamage from adverse freeze-thaw conditions. Water should be drained below susceptible materialsprior to freezing temperatures.

BBuuiillddiinngg CCooddee RReeqquuiirreemmeennttssBuilding code requirements vary from area to area. Check with local authorities for building coderequirements in your area. Carefully read all installation instructions before proceeding with yourBoral® Thin Brick application.

EExxtteerriioorr AApppplliiccaattiioonnssMake sure that the application of Boral® Thin Brick products and the structure they are being appliedto incorporate good building practices.

Rigid, corrosion-resistant flashing shall be installed at all wall penetrations. Flashing type and locationsshall be in accordance with the requirements of the applicable building code. On exteriorapplications, the incorrect installation or absence of flashing, cant strips, gutters and downspouts mayresult in diversion of water runoff onto finished surface areas. Masonry and other building productssubjected to these conditions may develop staining and, when combined with severe freeze-thawconditions, may eventually cause surface damage. The application of Boral® Thin Brick productsunder these conditions is not recommended.

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RRaaiinnssccrreeeenn SSttaatteemmeennttSome building codes require a rainscreen behind cladding materials, including manufactured brickveneer. If you are installing manufactured brick veneer in one of these jurisdictions, or are concernedabout extreme weather conditions, it is recommended that you choose a rainscreen system that canachieve the following:• The system should create a space with a minimum depth of 3/8" (10mm) and maximum depth

of 3/4" (19mm).• The materials should be corrosion and rot resistant.• Unless otherwise designed to manage moisture vapor, the system should be vapor open.• If rainscreen space is created with a material other than solid strapping/furring attached directly to

framing, the following must be considered: Lath fasteners must be capable of supporting the weightof the finished wall cladding system considering the unsupported/cantilevered portion of fastenerthat is equal to the thickness of the rainscreen materials.

OOvveerrhheeaadd AApppplliiccaattiioonnOverhead, horizontal or sloped applications are not included in our building code evaluation reportsor acceptances. These applications often require special approval/inspections by local building codeinspectors. Contact your architect or engineer for assistance designing these installations.

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IInnssttaallllaattiioonn OOvveerr TThhiicckk FFooaammInstallation over foam board thicker than 1 ⁄2" may require special fasteners. Consult your architector engineer for assistance designing a thick foam installation.

CCaappppiinngg OOffff tthhee EExxppoosseedd TToopp ooff EExxtteerriioorr WWaallllssTo achieve a finished architectural look on horizontal or sloping top areas of exterior walls, piers, retaining walls or other surfaces, the use of cast capstones, natural stone, full-dimension brick or a poured-in-place concrete cap must be used to provide adequate runoffprotection to the wall areas. Caps should extend approximately 1"–2" beyond the finished bricksurface. Boral® Thin Brick corner pieces or flat pieces must not be used to cap walls.

RReettaaiinniinngg WWaallllssAll retaining walls must be waterproofed at the fill side. Wall construction should incorporate properuse of granular backfill and provisions for good drainage. A continuous longitudinal drain along theback of the wall set in drain rock is recommended.

CChhiimmnneeyy CCaappAll chimney chases must be capped with a one-piece cap that extends 1"–2" beyond the finishedbrick surface to prevent water from entering the wall system. Chimney or chase construction shouldincorporate proper flashing.

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Boral® Thin Brick products are covered for a period of 50 years from the date of purchase whenused on a structure that conforms to local building codes and when installed in accordance withthe manufacturer’s instructions. Boral® Bricks will repair or provide, free of charge, new materialsto replace any determined to be defective. This warranty is limited to the original purchaser andmay not be transferred to any subsequent owner.This warranty does not cover damage resulting from:• Settlement of the building or other wall movement• Contact with chemicals or paint• Discoloration due to airborne contaminants• Staining or oxidationThis warranty covers only manufacturing defects in Boral® Thin Brick products. Boral Bricks Inc. isnot responsible for labor costs incurred in removal and replacement of defective products.

AACCCCEEPPTTAANNCCEE RREEPPOORRTTSS AANNDD LLIISSTTIINNGGSSTested or listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., City of Los Angeles RR23744, HUD MaterialsRelease No. MR 1316, Texas Dept. of Insurance Product Evaluation EC-21, and Ontario BMECAuthorization #01-04-256.

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