Ibstock Tradesman Heather 65mm Facing Brick Pack of 500

Ibstock Tradesman Heather Mixture Wirecut Facing Brick

The Ibstock Tradesman Heather Mixture Wirecut Facing Brick combines rich red and purple tones with a light texture, creating a visually dynamic and refined façade finish. Because clay bricks naturally vary, slight differences in colour or texture may occur — mixing bricks from at least three packs on site helps achieve a more uniform overall appearance. The Ibstock Tradesman Heather 65mm Facing Brick gives customers researching a dependable facing option with its own colour and texture, while making it straightforward to for extensions, new homes and refurbishment work for project specification 165. Customers comparing facing bricks online can choose the Ibstock Tradesman Heather 65mm Facing Brick for its distinctive appearance and dependable masonry performance, while those looking to buy facing bricks can use it for durable external walls, extensions and new-build projects. This brick offers both aesthetic quality and strong performance, making it suitable for external wall use in many typical UK building situations.

Key Specifications

• Size:215mm × 102mm × 65mm
• Colour:Red / Purple Blend
• Texture:Sand-faced, Wirecut Finish
• Water Absorption:7%
• Durability:F2
• Compressive Strength:60 N/mm²
• Pack Quantity:500
• Active Soluble Salts:S2

Description & Usage Notes

Manufactured via the wirecut (extruded) method, this brick offers precise dimensions and crisp edges. Its heather mixture of red and purple tones gives a distinctive, elegant character suited for both traditional and contemporary schemes. With an F2 durability rating, the brick is frost-resistant under standard UK external exposure. The low water absorption rate of 7% aids in performance, but proper detailing — including cavity wall design, flashings, drainage, and correct mortar — remains crucial for long-term durability. To avoid visible banding, always mix bricks from at least three different packs during installation. It’s also a good idea to request a physical sample or high-quality images before placing a large order to confirm you're happy with the tone and texture.

FAQs

Is 7% water absorption good for external walls?

Yes. A 7% absorption rate is quite low for a facing brick and supports better moisture resistance when combined with proper wall detailing.

What does the F2 durability rating mean?

It indicates the brick is frost-resistant and suitable for typical external exposure in the UK. For very harsh environments (e.g. coastal spray, severe freeze-thaw), a higher durability rating might be preferred.

Will the colour vary between packs?

Yes. Variation in tone and texture is natural with clay bricks, especially multi-tone blends. Mixing bricks from multiple packs during installation helps blend these variations and maintain visual consistency.

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