Thin Brick in Northern Kentucky
All the character of kiln-fired brick on walls that already exist—surrounds, accents, kitchens, and basements.
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Real Brick, Sliced Thin
Real Brick for Walls That Already Exist
Face brick builds the wall. Thin brick is the same kiln-fired clay sliced about a half inch thick, so it can dress a wall that already exists—same material, different moment in the project.
That makes it the answer for remodels: fireplace surrounds, accent walls, kitchen backsplashes, basement bars. Real fired clay with real texture and color variation, without the weight, footings, or wall ties a full-depth course demands.
We carry thin brick alongside the full-depth lines it comes from, so the blend you fell for on a house exterior can follow you inside. Come hold the samples in daylight, and we'll tell you straight what your wall calls for.
Sliced Thin or Full Depth?
Thin Brick or Face Brick?
Both are real fired brick. The difference is the wall you're putting it on.
Thin Brick
The same brick cut thin, for walls that already exist. Remodels, accent walls, and fireplace surrounds without a structural footing.
- Interior accent walls and surrounds
- Exterior remodels over existing walls
- Same colors and textures as full brick
Face Brick
Full-depth brick that builds the wall. The choice for new construction, additions, and exterior walls that need to stand on their own.
- New construction and additions
- Exterior walls, columns, and walks
- Kiln-fired pavers to match
One Material, a House Full of Uses
Where Thin Brick Works
The projects thin brick was made for.
Fireplace Surrounds
Wrap an existing fireplace in real fired brick—full character, minimal added depth, and no structural surprises.
Accent Walls
One brick wall changes a whole room. Thin brick courses over standard drywall backer, and corner pieces keep the illusion honest.
Kitchens & Basements
Backsplashes, bar fronts, and below-grade walls where full brick can't go—sealed thin brick handles the wear.
Our Process
How It Works
Browse Our Products & Services
Explore the thin brick we offer here, and the fireplaces, brick, stone, and outdoor living products across the site.
Schedule an Appointment
Meet with our experienced team at your place or in one of our two showrooms. Bring your plans, a photo, or the measurements, and hold the samples in daylight.
Enjoy Easy Installation, Delivery & Pick-Up
An easy installation, simple delivery, or convenient pick-up, whatever works best for your project. Because we install what we sell, the team that supplied it stands behind it.
What the Tri-State Says
Reviews From Our Customers
What customers say after the work is done.
"Can’t begin to say enough about our positive experience with Tate Builders Supply. Fourteen years ago we visited their show room looking for a fireplace costing $8,000, but the salesman, Tim Duncan, suggested a lower costing brand. It has been just wonderful all these years. Embarrassing we have not had the fireplace serviced until today. Jimmy did a wonderful job. He showed us several things about the fireplace we never knew, like that there are ambient lights in the rear. I highly recommend Tate Building Supply and their employees."
Kathy Strahle · Google Review
"Very knowledgeable staff. They have a vast assortment of fireplace products, stone, brick etc. With the ability to turn key adding a fireplace to a new or existing home they offer great service at a great price."
Brian Denger · Google Review
"Tate Builders did a phenomenal job working on my natural gas fireplace. I could not be happier! They promptly scheduled my appointment, diagnosed and fixed the problem within 30 minutes, cleaned the fireplace to make it look like new, added some aesthetic charm, charged me an exceptionally reasonable rate, and Jim could not have been better to work with. He was professional and courteous and took the time to educate me about my fireplace as he was working. Perfect experience all around. I will absolutely go back to them again for regular maintenance and any further issues."
Megan Mersch · Google Review
"Tate Builders did an absolutely fantastic job repairing my chimney and replacement my entire fireplace. The work was extensive and my family and I were amazed at how efficient they worked. Within two days, 95% of the work was done! Plus, the men were kind and friendly around my family and that was very surprising. I couldn't recommend Tate Builders more highly!"
Danny Henry · Google Review
Good Questions
Common Questions About Thin Brick
Plain-language answers from the team that does the work.
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Is thin brick real brick?
Yes. It's the same kiln-fired clay brick, cut thin, so it looks and weathers like full brick without the depth or the structural support a full wall needs.
Where can thin brick go?
Interior accent walls, fireplace surrounds, kitchen backsplashes, exterior remodels, and anywhere you want the look of brick on a wall that already exists. Bring a photo of the wall, and we'll tell you what it takes.
Do you install thin brick?
Yes. We install what we sell, so the team that helps you pick the color and pattern is the team that puts it on the wall.
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