This guide supports early procurement discussion. Final material selection, installation and heat-up decisions must be confirmed for the actual project.
Where bricks are strong
Bricks offer factory-controlled shapes, predictable joints, replaceable units and established installation patterns. They are often favored where dimensional control and proven brick designs matter.
Where castables are strong
Castables can form joint-free linings around complex shapes and large surfaces. They can simplify anchors and penetrations, but performance depends heavily on installation and dry-out quality.
Make a system decision
Compare total installed scope, shutdown time, joint behavior, anchors, heat-up, repair strategy and expected wear—not material price per tonne alone.
- Lining geometry and movement
- Installer capability and site equipment
- Shutdown and dry-out window
- Inspection and future repair strategy