Novabrik Components
Discover the many components that go into creating Novabrik’s self-ventilated, mortarless brick siding. Get the detailed specs of each individual component and learn how to install them along the way.
Novabrik
Novabrik is the main element of our system. The unique interlocking system creates a weather and water-resistant system. To install it, use #8 x 2½” screws. The starter strip is required to start the first row.
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Material: concrete 25 Mpa
Weight (approx): 5.3 lb
Dimensions: 8″x8″x2.5″ – exposed face 8″x4″
Coverage: 4.5 bricks per sqft
Selling format: 100 sqft pallet and 20 sqft pallet
Exterior Corner Block
An important element for waterproofing the exterior angles of the building. The corner strip is necessary for installation. Attach it with #8 x 2½” screws and construction glue.
Download Specifications (Split Face Bricks)
Material: concerte 25 Mpa
Weight (approx): 4.4 lb
Dimensions: 4″x4″x6″
overage: 2 blocks per ft
Selling format: unit
Download Specifications (Smooth Face Bricks)
Material: concrete 25 Mpa
Weight (approx): 5.9 lb
Dimensions: 4″x4″x8″
Coverage: 1.5 blocks per ft
Selling format: unit
Interior Corner Block
This block brings a perfect, waterproof finish the interior angles of the building. No accessory is needed for installation. Use #8 x 2½” screws and construction glue.
Download Specifications (Split Face Bricks)
Material: concrete 25 Mpa
Weight (approx): 6.7 lb
Dimensions: 4″x4″x6″ exposed face: 1 1/8″ x 6″
Coverage: 2 blocks per ft
Selling format: unit
Download Specifications (Smooth Face Bricks)
Material: concrete 25 Mpa
Weight (approx): 8.9 lb
Dimensions: 4″x4″x8″ exposed face: 1 1/8″ x 8″
Coverage: 1.5 blocks per ft
Selling format: unit
Window Sill
This piece inserts under windows to protect the wall from water infiltration. It can also be used to finish a half wall (flashing could be necessary). This piece is smooth on one side and split on the other.
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Material: concrete 25 Mpa
Weight (approx): 13.2 lb
Dimensions: 15¾” x 4¼” x 2½”
Coverage: 1 block every 2 ft
Selling format: unit
Wainscot Cap
Designed to finish the top of a half wall, this piece marks the transition to another material and protects the wall from above water infiltration (installation of flashing could be necessary). It’s installed with construction glue.
Download Specifications (Split Face Bricks)
Material: concrete 25 Mpa
Weight (approx): 7.9 lb
Dimensions: 8″x3½”x5″
Coverage: 1.5 blocks per ft
Selling format: unit
Download Specifications (Smooth Face Bricks)
Material: concrete 24 Mpa
Weight (approx): 6.7 lb
Dimensions: 8″x3½”x5″
Coverage: 1.5 blocks per ft
Selling format: unit
Bullnose
Designed with the same purpose as the wainscot cap, but with a round profile. It’s produced only in smooth texture and attached with construction glue.
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Material: concrete 25 Mpa
Weight (approx): 5.9 lb
Dimensions: 8″x5″x3½”
Coverage: 1.5 blocks per ft
Selling format: unit
Starter Strip SV
This accessory is used on all walls to start the first row of Novabrik. The self-ventilated system has channels every 6″, which allows the air to evacuate moisture behind the siding. It must be attached with #8 x 2½” screws.
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Material: recycled PVC
Weight (approx): 4.2 lb
Dimensions: 96″x2¼”x3½”
Coverage: 1 Starter strip each 8 ft
Selling format: unit
Corner Strip
This accessory is used to install exterior corner blocks. Use #8 x 2½” screws for installation.
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Material: galvanised steel
weight (approx): 2.2 lb
Dimensions: 48″3″x3″
Coverage: 1 Corner strip every 4 ft
Selling format: unit
Window Trim
This accessory is used to install exterior corner blocks. Use #8 x 2½” screws for installation.
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Material: recycled PVC
Weight (approx): 2.0 lb
Dimensions: 96″x2″x3″
Coverage: 1 Window Trim every 8 ft
Selling format: unit
Additional Notes & Tips
The screws length is suggested for a standard installation, length can vary depending on various factors like the presence of a rigid insulation or others, verify with the installation guide or contact the technical service.
In some cases installing a flashing could be necessary to avoid water infiltration or other weather elements.
Placing an insulation (wrap-house, rigid insulation, etc.) is recommended before proceeding to the Novabrik installation.