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Alright, let’s talk about this brick frieze thing. You know, that thing on top of the brick wall, right below the roof. I ain’t no fancy builder or nothing, but I’ve seen enough houses in my time to know a thing or two.
So, what is this frieze board anyway? Well, it’s like a… a board, yeah, a long piece of wood or somethin’, that they put up there to cover that gap. You know, where the wall meets the roof? There’s always a little space there, and if you don’t cover it up, all sorts of nasty stuff can get in. Bugs, rain, snow, you name it.
Now, some folks might say, “Oh, it’s just for looks.” Well, maybe a little bit, I guess. It can make a house look nicer, all finished and proper. But mostly, it’s about keepin’ things safe and sound. You don’t want water gettin’ in there and rottin’ everything, do ya? And you definitely don’t want critters makin’ a home up there. Had a squirrel in my attic once, chewed through the wires and everything. Big mess, I tell ya.
- Keeps the water out
- Stops the bugs and critters
- Makes the house look nice
So, how do they put these things up? Well, on a brick house, it’s a bit tricky, see? ‘Cause you can’t just nail into brick, can ya? Not like wood. Sometimes, they put in little wood blocks when they’re buildin’ the house, so they got somethin’ to nail the frieze board to. But if they didn’t do that, then they gotta drill holes and use special screws or somethin’. I don’t know the details, but I know it ain’t easy.
Now, some folks are talkin’ about puttin’ up a 1×6 frieze board over the brick. That sounds about right. Not too big, not too small. Just enough to cover that gap and keep things tight. And you gotta make sure it’s good wood, too. Don’t want it rottin’ away after a few years, right? Somethin’ that can stand up to the weather, the sun, the rain, all that.
Why is a brick frieze important for a brick box house? A brick box house, that’s just a house made mostly of brick, right? And those houses, they need frieze boards just like any other house. Maybe even more so, since brick can soak up water if it ain’t protected. And when that water freezes in the winter, it can crack the brick and cause all sorts of problems. So, that frieze board, it’s like a little shield, keepin’ the water out and protectin’ the brick.
I heard someone sayin’ somethin’ about what makes a house a well-built house. And they said frieze board is the last thing people think about. Well, maybe that’s true for some folks, the ones who don’t know nothin’ about buildin’. But for me, I think it’s mighty important. It shows that the builder cared enough to do things right, to protect the house from the elements. It’s like the little details, you know? The things that you don’t always see, but that make all the difference.
And another thing, this frieze board ain’t just for new houses. If you got an old house, and the frieze board is lookin’ a little rough, you can replace it. It’s not a huge job, but it can make a big difference. Spruce up the place, make it look new again. And more importantly, keep it protected from the weather. I always say, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Take care of your house, and it’ll take care of you.
So, that’s about all I know about brick friezes. It ain’t rocket science, but it’s important. Keeps your house dry, keeps the critters out, and makes it look nice. What more could you want? And remember, if you’re gonna do it, do it right. Use good wood, make sure it’s sealed up tight, and it’ll last you a long time.
Tags: Facade, Brick, Frieze Board, Home Improvement, Construction, House Protection, Building, Maintenance
