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The Chief Bricks Journal

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Explore expert insights on reclaimed materials, design trends, installation guides, case studies, and the history behind the bricks and stones that shape today’s best projects.

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History of Brick Manufacturing in the Hudson Valley

History of Brick Manufacturing in the Hudson Valley

The Hudson Valley in New York has a rich history of brick manufacturing that stretches back to the 18th and 19th centuries.

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10 Facts About Billions of New York Bricks

10 Facts About Billions of New York Bricks

How original New York bricks came to build the area's strongest, most durable and classic-looking architecture and why reclaimed and recycled brick is still widely used in construction today.

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