Façade slips
Brick slips as façade cladding in Antwerp
Authentic look
Brick slips are thin strips of brick that we attach to the façade of your house or building. The jointing between the thin brick layers gives your façade the same appearance as solid bricks. Besides the attractive look and easy installation, this façade cladding offers many more advantages. Discover why brick slips are also a smart choice for your home, building project or renovation.
Our success, your advantage
Why choose brick slips from Cleys?
- More space for insulation
- No additional foundation required
- Financial support through a grant
- The most durable façade finish
- Complete finishing
- Your permit = our concern
- Suitable for both EPS and XPS insulation
- Same appearance as a brick façade
Brick slips on your exterior façade
Brick slips, the smart choice for your home
The authentic look of bricks, but without the loss of space? Then brick slips are the ideal façade finish. Our craftsmen install the large strips to measure, so you can enjoy a quick façade renovation. Moreover, brick slips are durable and resistant to all weather conditions.
Brick slips are easy to clean with water, detergent and a sponge. Under certain conditions, you can benefit from grants for façade renovation, especially when you carry out energy-saving measures such as adding insulation. As for the permit for your façade renewal, we take care of it.
Installing natural stone façades
Having brick slips installed
How we install façade slips depends on several factors. It is important that the substrate is in good condition. During renovations, we clean the façade and repair small damages. Good preparation is half the work. In addition, it is important to consider whether or not there is a cavity wall. Generally, we follow this step-by-step plan:
- Preparing the façade
- Installing façade insulation
- Applying moisture-resistant cement adhesive
- Fixing the brick slips
- Finishing the corners
Brick slips exterior façade price
The price of brick slips
Prices for brick slips are usually given per square metre. The exact cost of finishing your building or façade with brick slips depends on many factors. For example, the total surface area, the complexity of the façade, whether or not insulation is included, and the condition of the substrate. However, this investment comes with a significant increase in your building’s value and a lower energy bill.
Curious about the exact price of brick slips for your project? Make an appointment with one of our experts. Cleys is known for its expertise and craftsmanship in façade finishing and insulation. Our team of dedicated craftsmen and our many years of experience guarantee a high-quality end result. Contact us for free advice or receive your no-obligation quote for a façade finished with brick slips.
Advantages of brick slips
All the advantages of brick slips at a glance
Brick slips, alongside render and sprayed cork, are an excellent choice for façade cladding. But what exactly makes brick slips such an interesting option?
The authentic brick look with minimal space loss
What makes brick slips so appealing is their appearance. The strips are made from a thin layer of facing bricks with real jointing. This gives your home the same authentic look as solid bricks. Since the layer is much thinner than a full brick, you save a lot of space. With the right expertise, a façade clad with brick slips is indistinguishable from a solid brick wall.
Another major advantage of brick slips is their durability. The stone layer may be thin, but it is by no means weak. On the contrary, brick slips withstand all weather conditions and, like regular bricks, last for decades.
Easy installation and maintenance
Brick slip strips are much larger than regular bricks. A craftsman can quickly cut them to size and apply them to your façade. This means you can have a new exterior façade in no time, without too much hassle.
Maintaining a brick slip façade is also very easy. What do you need? A bucket of water, a mild cleaning agent, a sponge or cloth, and a bit of willingness to roll up your sleeves.
We recommend giving your façade a quick clean every season or every six months. This also gives you the chance to check whether the joints are still intact. Do you notice small damages over time? Our craftsman will be happy to visit you to carry out any necessary touch-ups.
Easy to combine with insulation panels
Brick slips are not only strong and easy to install, they are also simple to combine with insulation panels. It is possible to apply the slips directly to your façade. With today’s energy standards, it is even smarter to first provide your home with proper insulation. This makes your exterior wall slightly bulkier and the overall cost a bit higher, but you will save significantly on energy costs in the long run.
If you are renovating, it is definitely worthwhile to add an extra layer of insulation panels. This has a positive effect on your building’s EPC score. In this way, brick slips combined with insulation panels form an energy-efficient solution. In addition, you may be eligible for an insulation grant when you combine brick slips with façade insulation. Talk to our expert to find out the best approach for your project.
