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Installation - Ties and cavities

Photo of a brick tie attaching a brick to a timber frame.The brick veneer is attached to the timber frame using a series of brick ties. These provide sufficient support against wind loads.

A gap, referred to as a 'cavity', is maintained between the brickwork and the timber frame. The cavity is necessary as bricks are extremely porous and absorb a lot of water. This water has the potential to cause serious damage to the timber wall frame. The cavity prevents migration of moisture through to the timber frame.