| Title | ईंट का लिबास - Eent Kā Libās (Brick Veneer)ईंट का लिबास Eent Kā Libās |
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| Description | Eent Kā Libās (Brick Veneer) is a non-structural layer of bricks used for aesthetic cladding, typically conforming to IS 1077 standards for brick quality. It provides a traditional appearance while relying on a separate structural system. |
| Tags | ईंट का अस्तर Eent ka Astar Brick Veneer Cladding Facade Eent Kā Astar ईंट Īnt Efflorescence ईंट का लिबास Eent Kā Libās Brick Veneer Facing Clay |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-153626652-20-11-25-EN |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/brick-veneer |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/brick-veneer |
| Total Sites | 2 |
| Primary Sites | 2 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 20, 2025 |
| Types | Ceramic Facing Material Clay Product |
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| Regions | Pan-Indian (Modern) Global Pan-Indian Regional variations in brick color and texture Regional variations in clay composition |
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| Time Periods | 20th Century CE 21st Century CE |
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| Sources | Brick kilns Clay pits Brick kilns (regional variations) Local brick kilns Clay pits near Winnipeg |
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| Properties | Compressive strength: 15-30 MPa Water absorption: 5-20% Density: 1600-2200 kg/m³ Thermal conductivity: 0.6-1.0 W/mK Compressive strength: 15-40 MPa Compressive strength: Varies depending on brick type (3.5-35 MPa) Water absorption: Varies depending on brick type (5-20%) Water absorption: 10-20% Density: 1600-2000 kg/m³ Thermal conductivity: 0.6-0.8 W/mK |
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| Uses | Exterior wall cladding Decorative facades Exterior cladding Decorative facing Weather protection Non-load-bearing walls Aesthetic enhancement Wall finish |
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| Materials | चूना - Chunā (Lime Mortar) सीमेंट मोर्टार - Cement Mortar (Cement Mortar) धातु संबंधक - Dhatu Sambandhak (Metal Ties) ईंट - Eent (Brick) सीमेंट - Cement (Cement) ईंट - Īnt (Brick) |
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| Styles | Modern architecture Traditional architecture (as facing) Traditional architecture Modern architecture with traditional elements Contemporary architecture Modern Indian Temple Architecture Hybrid Styles |
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| Categories | Temple Community Hall Mandir (Modern) Residential buildings Residential Building Temple facades Community hall exteriors |
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| Notes |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| IS 1077:1992 | Indian Standard | Common burnt clay building bricks - Specification |
| IS 1077:1992 | Indian Standard | Common burnt clay building bricks - Specification |
| Central Building Research Institute (CBRI) publications | Research Paper | Brick properties and applications |
| IS 1077:1992 Common Burnt Clay Building Bricks - Specification | Standard | Indian Standard for building bricks |
| National Building Code of India | Standard | Brick masonry guidelines |
| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| Hindu Temple of Ottawa-Carleton Ottawa | Primary | Walls | 100% |
| Hindu Temple of Winnipeg | Primary | Roof | 100% |