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The term veneer refers to a material used on the surface of a wall to provide a different texture and appearance and is also referred to as facing. Veneer bricks consists of a thin layer of brick and is less expensive to use than standard brick, but still provides the same appearance. This material has all the benefits of brick without the cost.

The term facing is used to identify the practice of applying another material to the surface of a wall. This material may be applied on internal or external walls and provides a more textured surface and appearance than a standard flat wall that has been painted. Brick is a common material used in facing, however, wood is also popular.

There are many different types of hardwood that can be found in veneer. Typically exotic woods have a prohibitive cost for the average homeowner, but these same woods are available in veneer at much more affordable prices. Also popular among veneer finishes are plaster and stone. By using these materials a space can be transformed.

Veneer is just as conducive to being used in a commercial space as it is in a residential one. When a quality installation job has been performed it is often impossible to tell the difference between the real material and veneer. Wood lends itself nicely to this visual illusion and can provide the appearance of solid oak when it is oak veneer.

Veneer brick can commonly be found in rustic settings, but is just as conducive to classic or contemporary decors as it is to rustic decors. It all depends on how it is used and what materials are used to accent it. By using the correct type of brick and the right decorating accents, you can use veneer to create a setting style you desire.

Applying veneer is actually pretty simple and quick. Before starting the process it is necessary to apply a damp cloth to the wall and make sure the wall is clean and free of bumps. If there are bumps on the surface of the wall they should be sanded down. Once the surface of the wall is clean and free of debris, mortar can be applied. The mortar adheres to the wall and is used to stick the veneer to the wall in a manner that is similar to applying tile. The veneer is placed over the mortar and allowed to dry. While it is drying, there is a plastic mold that is commonly used to make sure the brick stays in place and is uniformly placed around the entire wall.

Brick veneer looks particularly smart used around a fireplace and has the illusion of being the chimney. This material also looks good as a closure around a wood burning stove. Another neat decorating trick is to use this material along with some plaster to create the feeling of an old factory loft. A wine cellar or the new cool ‘man cave’ can also be decorated nicely with this material.

Brick Faux is used as a decorating element in the construction or renovation of a residential or commercial space. The Brick Faux material provides the illusion of being solid brick, but it is much more affordable. Applying veneer is very similar to laying tile and can be done rather easily. This material is great in the use of decorating the area around a fireplace or in a that man cave or wine cellar.

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