The Farmstead Antique brick from Forterra blends heritage charm with robust modern performance. With over 150 years of Butterley craftsmanship underpinning its history, this brick is engineered to deliver both architectural beauty and long-term durability for external walls, elevations, and façade features. Its multi-tone red character gives a warm, lived-in appearance that enriches both traditional and contemporary designs.
This brick is manufactured by wirecut methods and features a printed / indented texture, offering a balance between subtle surface character and clean lines. The texture softly picks up shadow without becoming overly rough, helping walls feel refined yet full of depth. Its perforated configuration helps reduce weight and aid thermal performance, while maintaining strength.
Engineered for the British climate, Farmstead Antique carries a durability rating of F2, meaning it’s suitable for use in exposed external conditions. With a water absorption of 7 %, it resists moisture uptake while maintaining stability when correctly detailed with cavity, drainage, mortar selection, and flashing.
Key Specifications
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Size:215 × 102.5 × 65 mm
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Colour:Red / Multi (heritage tones)
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Texture:Printed
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Water Absorption:? 7 %
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Durability:F2 (suitable for exposed external use)
Frequently Asked Questions
How weather-resistant is Farmstead Antique for exposed sites?
With its **F2 durability rating**, this facing brick is designed to withstand freeze–thaw cycles and general weathering. When used with correct detailing (cavity, flashing, weep holes), it’s well suited even in exposed or coastal conditions.
Will the tones vary significantly between bricks?
Yes — as a heritage / multi-tone brick, variation is part of its appeal. You’ll see differences in red, deeper shades, and soft blends. To avoid clustering of similar tones, it’s best practice to **mix bricks from multiple packs** while laying.
Does 7 % water absorption risk damp issues over time?
A **? 7 %** water absorption is in a favourable range for facing bricks. However, the brick’s long-term performance depends more on correct installation — e.g. cavity width, proper flashings, drainage, and mortar quality — than on absorption alone.
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