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Builders Special

Designed for speed and economy of construction for residential, multi-family apartments, and commercial use.

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Top Reasons To Use The Builders Special Size - 3” (Bed Depth) x 2 13/16” (Face Height) x 8 5/8” (Length) - Requires 27% fewer brick than Modular size and has 25% lower in-the-wall cost than modular. - Weight is 4.3 - 4.4 lbs., only 9% over Modular size and comparable to King size brick. - Only 4% less wall coverage than 2 5/8” King size, but the 3 1/8” Bed means there is less tippage than King size when laying. This results in better laying yields. - The appearance in the wall is objectively better than King size as Builders Special has better scale and no staggered bond look. - At 5.02 brick per square foot, it has 12.5% more coverage than Queen or Engineer size. On average it costs 13% less than Engineer brick giving you a total of 25% savings on material. - Builders Special Soldier Courses work better than King, Queen or Engineer Size - with no saw cuts.

Top Reasons To Use The Builders Special Size

- 3” (Bed Depth) x 2 13/16” (Face Height) x 8 5/8” (Length)

- Requires 27% fewer brick than Modular size and has 25% lower in-the-wall cost than modular.

- Weight is 4.3 - 4.4 lbs., only 9% over Modular size and comparable to King size brick.

- Only 4% less wall coverage than 2 5/8” King size, but the 3 1/8” Bed means there is less tippage than King size when laying. This results in better laying yields.

- The appearance in the wall is objectively better than King size as Builders Special has better scale and no staggered bond look.

- At 5.02 brick per square foot, it has 12.5% more coverage than Queen or Engineer size. On average it costs 13% less than Engineer brick giving you a total of 25% savings on material.

- Builders Special Soldier Courses work better than King, Queen or Engineer Size - with no saw cuts.

Williamsburg Series

A bygone age and a range of bricks that truly reflect the character and charm of those early artisans. With rustic color and texture combinations to choose from - each having its own unique feel - the Williamsburg Series creates an individual style for your new home.

Sioux River Series

Reminiscent of waterways throughout the Midwest, our Sioux River Series reminds us of rocky formations and flowing water. Showing their versatility, Sioux River's earthy colors work beautifully with different mortar joints and finishes, an expression of your individual style.

Lifestyle Series

The Lifestyle Series of brick presents a diverse range of color choices, each capable of accompanying a wide variety of complementary finishes. From the light tans found in Natural Linen to the stormy blacks of Iron Vineyard, we are confident that these products can be incorporated into a timeless aesthetic to match any lifestyle.

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Glen-Gery's Builders Special size is available in 18 beautiful colors across three unique series

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Saddle Brown Roman Maximus

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Adel Brick Manufacturing Plant

204 Brickyard Drive
Adel, IA 50003
United States

515-993-4549

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Adel Brick Manufacturing Plant

204 Brickyard Drive
Adel, IA 50003
United States

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Builders Special

Designed for speed and economy of construction for residential, multi-family apartments, and commercial use.

Top Reasons To Use The Builders Special Size

Williamsburg Series

A bygone age and a range of bricks that truly reflect the character and charm of those early artisans. With rustic color and texture combinations to choose from - each having its own unique feel - the Williamsburg Series creates an individual style for your new home.

Sioux River Series

Reminiscent of waterways throughout the Midwest, our Sioux River Series reminds us of rocky formations and flowing water. Showing their versatility, Sioux River's earthy colors work beautifully with different mortar joints and finishes, an expression of your individual style.

Lifestyle Series

Private Residence with Saddle Brown Roman Maximus

Locations

Manufacturing Plants, Supply Centers, Design Studios, and Corporate Office

Adel Brick Manufacturing Plant

Glen-Gery Corporate Office

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Iberia Brick Manufacturing Plant

Lawrenceville Brick Manufacturing Plant

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Woodlawn Campus University of Chicago Charter School