When it comes to brick homes, there a fascinating article by Infinity Design Solutions that outlines the five ways you can identify modern versus historic bricks. According to the article,

“The 5 easiest ways to tell if a brick is historic vs. modern are: size, texture, material consistency, iron spots, and shape variations.”

And when it comes to the texture differences,

“Modern bricks are often wire-cut, giving them a rougher, more uniform texture. Historic bricks, on the other hand, were typically box-formed, making them smoother but more inconsistent in shape. The texture difference is a key indicator when identifying historic brickwork.”

For the full article (well worth the read), please click the link.