02-14-2011, 05:11 PM
You can simulate earthquake proofing on a brick building by putting in a "reinforced concrete column" about 2 feet wide from foundation to roof using something like Sculptamold over the top of the brick. Do it about every scale 10 feet or so on the sides and back. Generally the front of the building is left alone to preserve the architectural historical look. I think some of the brick buildings in Old Sacramento may have pieces of steel strap bolted to the bricks on the inside near the roof and perhaps between the windows or windows and doors. The only evidence on the out side of the building would be black bolt heads and washers on the outside of the building.