Ibstock Tradesman Antique Grey Facing Brick Pack of 500

Ibstock Tradesman Antique Grey Facing Brick

The Ibstock Tradesman Antique Grey Facing Brick is a perforated, wirecut facing brick in a soft grey / multi tone with a heavy texture. To maintain a balanced look across your build, mixing bricks from at least three different packs on site is advised, as natural variation in clay can cause slight shade differences between batches. The Ibstock Tradesman Antique Grey Facing Brick is a practical choice for anyone browsing, offering distinctive character alongside reliable facing-brick performance; customers ready to can use it for renovation, residential and commercial masonry for project specification 162. The Ibstock Tradesman Antique Grey Facing Brick is a strong option for anyone searching for facing bricks online, combining visual character with reliable facing-brick performance, and customers ready to buy facing bricks can specify it for renovation and new construction. This brick offers a blend of aesthetic character and dependable performance, suited to many standard external building applications under typical UK exposure conditions.

Key Specifications

• Size:215 mm × 102 mm × 65 mm
• Colour:Grey / Multi
• Texture:Heavy, Wirecut Finish
• Water Absorption:9%
• Durability:F2
• Compressive Strength:60 N/mm²
• Pack Quantity:500
• Active Soluble Salts:S2

Description & Usage Notes

Produced via the wirecut (extruded) method, this brick features precise dimensions and a robust, textured face. The grey / multi tone gives a contemporary look while retaining the character of clay brickwork. With an F2 durability classification, it is frost-resistant and suited for most UK external exposure conditions. The 9% water absorption is moderate and typical for quality facing bricks — to support long life, good detailing such as cavity design, flashing, drainage, and correct mortar selection is essential. For a consistent finish across your build, always blend bricks from multiple packs when laying. It’s also wise to view a physical sample or request high-quality close-up images before placing a large order to confirm you are happy with the colour and texture.

FAQs

Is 9% water absorption acceptable for external walls?

Yes — 9% is a solid rate for facing bricks. Combined with good detailing and moisture control, it works reliably in external wall applications.

What does the F2 durability rating mean?

It means the brick is frost-resistant and appropriate for standard UK external exposure. In more aggressive settings (e.g. close to sea spray or heavy freeze-thaw zones), a higher durability brick may be more suitable.

Will the colour vary between packs?

Yes. Variation is natural in clay bricks, especially in multi-tonal varieties. To reduce visible banding or abrupt changes, always blend bricks from at least three different packs during installation.

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