(MS) - Your home's external appearance can dramatically affect its curb appeal and resale value, so choosing the right cladding is an important decision. Whether it's a stately mansion or a modest townhouse, American home buyers can now exercise the same choice in selecting brick as in choosing their paint or wallpaper.

Traditionally, home buyers selected brick from small color panels found in builder show rooms. Now, consumers can get interactive by visiting the new Hanson Brick site, http://na.hansonbrick.com, to create a "virtual" home using the brick style, color and texture of their choice.

"With the click of a mouse, consumers can access the largest brick collection in North America that includes five collections with more than 1000 styles," says Carmen Walsh, director of marketing for Hanson Brick.

The interactive tool allows visitors to view the entire house and then zoom in for a close-up of individual brick texture and color. The site also compares brick to other types of cladding including vinyl, concrete and stucco.

For more information about brick styles visit the Hanson Brick Web site at http://na.hansonbrick.com.

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