How To Finish A Brick Wall. Knowing how to lay a brick wall is an important skill for any diy self builder. The process is simple, but it requires practice.
Thin veneer bricks give you the look of full sized bricks but they are thinner and lighter in weight, making it easier to lay a brick accent wall in your home. Make sure to reach all the way to the top, and into any finally, wipe the wall with a sponge while it's still wet to remove any hard water stains or deposits. Learn how to bag a brick wall to bring texture and a hint of history into your home.
Bricks set in a rowlock (shown) make a strong and durable surface, but you can experiment with other patterns.
Brick paneling ($25 a piece). See how adding a thin brick wall using tumbled bricks enhances a rustic design. Once you have a section of hardwall plaster onto your brickwork you want to use you feather edge to rule the plaster to a flat, straight finish. Thin veneer bricks give you the look of full sized bricks but they are thinner and lighter in weight, making it easier to lay a brick accent wall in your home.