House Works: How to keep your tough Canadian brick in great condition

There’s a reason brick is the oldest building material on the planet. Nothing else combines the enduring good looks, classiness and efficiency of home construction like brick does. Some of the most beautiful houses in the country with the highest resale values are made of brick. The thing is, our Canadian climate also presents special challenges that affect how exterior brick is made in this country and how you care for brick that’s already part of your home. And it all comes down to