Bricks: Stock, Face, Maxi & Block Options for Every Building Project

When it comes to building, bricks remain the backbone of South African construction. From residential homes to boundary walls and commercial projects, bricks provide strength, durability, and aesthetic appeal. At Build It DTM in Benoni, we stock a wide range of brick types to suit different building needs and budgets.

Here’s a breakdown of the main brick options we supply and their uses:

1. Stock Bricks – The Standard Choice

At Build It DTM, we keep both clay stock bricks and cement stock bricks. These are the most common and affordable bricks, widely used in general building work.

• Clay Stock Bricks – Traditional option, widely used in residential housing. Ideal for plastered walls.

• Cement Stock Bricks – Affordable and uniform in size, perfect for cost-effective building projects.

Uses:

• Internal & external walls (to be plastered)

• Affordable housing projects

• General construction work

Clay Stock Bricks – Traditional option, widely used in residential housing. Ideal for plastered walls

Cement Stock Bricks – Affordable and uniform in size, perfect for cost-effective building projects.

2. Face Bricks & Semi-Face Bricks – Durable & Attractive

Face bricks are designed to be visible, with a neat and durable finish that doesn’t require plastering or painting. They are weather-resistant and available in a range of colours and textures, making them perfect for architectural designs.

Semi-face bricks are a more affordable alternative, offering the same durability but with a less polished finish. They are great for projects where part of the brickwork will remain exposed, but budget is a consideration.

Uses:

• Exterior walls with exposed brick finish

• Feature walls and facades

• Semi-face for low-cost exposed finishes

• Low-maintenance construction projects

3. Maxi Bricks – Bigger & Faster to Build With

Maxi bricks are larger than standard stock bricks, meaning fewer are needed per square metre. They are strong, cost-effective, and speed up construction time, making them popular for housing and large-scale projects.

Uses:

• Residential homes

• Boundary walls

• Projects needing quicker construction

4. Concrete Blocks – Strong & Versatile

Concrete blocks are much larger than clay or cement bricks and provide excellent strength and stability. They’re especially useful in load-bearing walls, retaining walls, and large-scale building projects. Available in hollow or solid formats, they are versatile and durable.

Uses:

• Boundary walls

• Load-bearing walls

• Commercial & industrial buildings

• Retaining structures

Choosing the Right Brick for Your Project

• Clay Stock Bricks – Best for plastered finishes with traditional strength.

• Cement Stock Bricks – Best for affordable, uniform, and consistent building.

• Face Bricks – Best for a neat, premium exposed finish.

• Semi-Face Bricks – Best for affordable exposed brick projects.

• Maxi Bricks – Best for affordable housing and faster construction.

• Concrete Blocks – Best for strong, structural walls.

Available at Build It DTM, Benoni

At Build It DTM, we stock:
Clay Stock Bricks
Cement Stock Bricks
Face Bricks & Semi-Face Bricks
Maxi Bricks
 Concrete Blocks

 Find us at 19 Liverpool Road, Benoni
www.builditdtm.co.za

Expert Tip: Always choose bricks based on your project’s needs — whether you want strength, speed of building, or a maintenance-free finish.