De Hoop Steenwerwe

11/06/2026

Spot the De Hoop Red pavers in our beloved Cape Town❤️

22/05/2026

Do I need Fire bricks for a fireplace or braai?
Firebricks (or refractory bricks) are totally over-specification in a domestic fireplace or braai. They are also expensive and not easily available. Refractory Bricks are normally rated from around 1600’C upwards – a braai will never reach this heat. Any clay face brick or semi-face (fired) brick can be used for a braai. Facebricks are fired to around 1000 – 1250’C to stabilise their structure, and they have a high thermal mass which helps them insulate for heat. The heat in the fireplace would need to be higher than this to have any effect on the brick. Concrete bricks or any regular concrete product made with Portland cement cannot stand up to high temperatures and will disintegrate at the temperatures required by a pizza oven or braai. With excessive heat, cement and mortar between the bricks can crumble. Build the outer skin of the sides of the braai/fireplace with a standard mortar mix (1 bag cement : 3 Barrows Sand) with brickforce and cavity ties. Build the inner skin with a well-burnt clay face brick (FBX) using a weaker mix (1 bag: 6 Barrows Sand) – this allows more joint movement and reduces cracking from heating.
- Cabrico

20/04/2026

De Hoop Red pavers Thibault square Cape Town

28/01/2026

Huge congratulations to Harold Spies and the entire Similan team! 🏆 Winning "Best Sustainable Development in the World" at the International Property Awards is a monumental achievement. We are incredibly proud that De Hoop Clay Pavers were chosen as a sustainable component for Newinbosch.
Thank you for setting a global benchmark for excellence right here in Stellenbosch!

28/01/2026

🔥 Built for the Heat, Designed for the Future

​Looking for a brick that handles the fire and keeps your home cool? Meet the De Hoop Red Smooth FBS Facebrick. 🧱✨

​Why It’s a Game-Changer for Your Next Project:
​The Ultimate Braai Companion: Fired at incredibly high temperatures, these bricks are born in the heat. This makes them the ideal choice for braai areas and outdoor entertainment hubs where durability and heat resistance are non-negotiable.

​Architectural Efficiency (Thermal Mass): For the architects and designers out there—this isn't just a pretty face. The high density of our Red Smooth FBS provides exceptional thermal mass. It naturally regulates indoor temperatures by absorbing heat during the day and releasing it slowly at night, significantly reducing the need for artificial cooling.

​Timeless Aesthetic: That classic, smooth red finish offers a sleek, professional look that fits both contemporary and traditional designs.
​Hardwearing. Energy Efficient. Strikingly Red.
​📍 Visit us to see the Red Smooth FBS in person!
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11/11/2025

De Hoop Red Pavers Road, Tableview. Great to see it from above via video.

06/11/2025

De Hoop Red @ the Radisson Blue

10/09/2025

🌸✨ Spring Clean Yard Clearance Sale! ✨🌸

Freshen up your outdoor spaces this season with our 50mm Utility (Grade 3) De Hoop Red Paving 🌱🧱

🔥 Clearance prices starting from only R85 – R120 p/m²!

📍 Ex factory, Paarl
🚚 Delivery quoted separately (full pallets only)
♻️ Pallet deposit applicable
✅ Collect directly from our factory in Paarl

⚠️ Subject to availability – while stocks last!

📞 Contact our sales office: 021 868 3185 #ᴏᴜᴛᴅᴏᴏʀʟɪᴠɪɴɢ
📧 [email protected]

03/09/2025

06/08/2025

🔧 Semi-Skilled Welder Wanted – Immediate Start!

We’re looking for a semi-skilled welder to join our team at De Hoop in Paarl. Must have basic welding experience and be ready to start immediately.

📍 Based in Paarl
📩 Send your CV to: [email protected]
🕒 Availability: Immediate