Choosing Bricks.
Because of all the discussion on here about chipped bricks I thought I put a few pointers up on here.
When choosing the dark "designer" bricks make sure the colour goes all the way through the brick, if it doesnt you will notice all the chips when laid.
Most designer bricks have a light base brick with a "painted" on face, its a fired finish but microscopically thin, careless brick cleaning can and will take of the face.
All bricks will and do chip, its the nature of brittle burnt clay.
Once the straps are cut on the pack the brick maker wont take the bricks back.
There is no such thing as "bricks from the same batch", I know they are supposed to reserve a quantity for your house, but it doesnt happen.
If you need extra bricks later on they are nearly always a different shade.
Fire away with any questions.