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pressed brick

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pressed brick [′prest ′brik]
(materials)
Brick subjected to pressure before burning to eliminate imperfections of shape and texture.

pressed brick
Brick that has been subjected to pressure so as to provide sharp edges and smooth surfaces before being treated in a kiln.


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Constructed at the turn of the 20th century, the red pressed brick facade is punctuated by the original crane hoist which runs the full height of the building.
In the official opening souvenir booklet from 1936 it explains that the building was built with Normanby red pressed bricks and featured steel casement windows.
With its red pressed brick, painted stone dressings and decorative green glazed tiles, Picton Baths was a classic piece of early 20th century architecture.
 
 
 
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