The Impact of Choosing a Hand-Made Brickmaker
Many modern brickmakers offer custom and bespoke designs, but rely exclusively on machine manufacturing…which is not quite so “bespoke”.
At Krause Bricks, we pride ourselves on the continuation of crafting bricks by hand to maintain the highest quality and finish. When we say no two bricks are ever exactly the same, we mean it. Here’s a deeper look at why hand-made bricks are a step above the rest:
Adaptive Methods Lead to Innovative Bricks
For over 80 years, three generations of Krause brickmakers have handmade our world-class bricks on-site in Stawell, Victoria; a region renowned for a rich source of exceptional quality natural clay that is ideal for brickmaking.
We have taken advantage of this time and experience to further perfect our processes and refine and adapt our techniques so we can continue to meet the unique needs of our residential and commercial clients.
This includes maintaining time-honed traditional methods, while also carefully investing in the best modern production that meets our values of sustainability (as well as the demands of contemporary construction).
We will continue to evolve these methods in line with our 21st-century goals of revolutionising manufacturing processes towards greater longevity and carbon neutrality. In fact, our ongoing assessment of our current operations allows us to easily meet exacting sustainability criteria for numerous build projects.
A More Conscious and Considered Brick Making Process:
Too often, large brick suppliers adopt a “mass-market” approach which revolves around creating as much volume as possible. The only way to do this is via machine-made bricks manufactured in large quantities.
This may be cheaper for the end-user, but it comes at another cost; this approach can result in poorer quality results and material wastage. Aesthetically, this approach also limits brick options to more uniform and basic styles.
Our individualised service creates distinctive results and lasting impressions that only a limited run brick creation can offer, for a signature style finish every time. The bricks produced by Krause Bricks are exclusive styles so you are unlikely to see anything exactly the same as your choice in other builds.
The attention to detail applied to handmade bricks is second to none, and each brick is made with exceptional care which results in enhanced quality, longevity and design.
By specialising in hand-made bricks, we also have the flexibility and versatility to create a wide variety of brick colours, textures, shapes and sizes. This includes the ability to customise brick options so you will always find a premium solution that makes the statement you want to achieve.
Why Local Brick Making Makes a Difference
Selecting an Australian brickmaker can make a significant difference to your entire build experience.
At Krause Bricks, you can expect ongoing communication from conception to completion, streamlined fulfilment and ongoing support as needed.
Because we produce our bricks locally and by hand, we have direct control over material sourcing and delivery and can adapt and respond quickly to problem-solve along the way as needed.
Service is at the forefront of what we do and we enjoy the challenge of creating unique solutions to complement and enhance your project. That includes working with you and your precise specifications to bring your designs to life (without compromising on quality or having to deal with the exorbitant timelines and additional variables that come with offshore shipping).
Don’t just take our word for it though – we have worked closely with numerous architects and designers across an array of residential and commercial projects, which you can explore in greater detail here.
At Krause Bricks we believe in conscious, quality brick making manufactured by a committed, reputable and trustworthy partner. If you’d like to discuss how best to incorporate the beauty of premium, designer Krause Bricks in your next building project, get in touch today, we’d love to assist.