Forterra Kirton Village Sunglow Facing Brick Pack of 495

The Village Sunglow facing brick from Forterra (made at their Kirton factory) brings together warmth, variation, and durability into one refined product. Its red / multi tone and light texture give walls a subtle liveliness while maintaining a coherent and elegant appearance. Whether you’re working on a new home, extension, or feature elevation, Village Sunglow works beautifully with a variety of architectural styles. This brick is produced via the wirecut (extruded) method and given an indented / light texture — enough surface relief to catch shadows, but without being overly rough. The multi-tone effect adds depth and avoids monotony, especially in natural light. As a facing brick, it is designed for the external, visible layer of wall construction, combining structural performance with aesthetic appeal. In performance terms, Village Sunglow is engineered to handle external exposure. With a durability rating of F2 and water absorption of 15 %, it’s suitable for use in exposed UK environments when installed with proper detailing (cavities, flashing, weep holes, and quality mortar).

Key Specifications

The Forterra Kirton Village Sunglow 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.

• Size:215 × 102.5 × 65 mm
• Colour:Red / Multi
• Texture:Indented / Light
• Water Absorption:? 15 %
• Durability:F2 (suitable for exposed external use)

For consistent external masonry with a strong visual finish, the Forterra Kirton Village Sunglow Facing Brick suits customers searching for, and those planning to can use it across residential, commercial and renovation projects for project specification 46.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Village Sunglow suitable for exposed or coastal locations?

Yes — with its **F2 durability rating**, this facing brick is rated for external use even in challenging conditions. In more aggressive environments, ensure detailing is robust: good cavity width, flashing, drainage, and correct mortar are essential.

How much variation should I expect in its multi-tone finish?

Variation is part of its character. You’ll see blends of red and subtle accent tones. To avoid visible clumping of similar shades (colour banding), it’s wise to **mix bricks from multiple packs** during installation.

Does a 15 % water absorption rate increase the risk of dampness over time?

Not inherently. **? 15 %** absorption is typical for many facing bricks. The true protection against damp comes from correct construction: good cavities, flashing, damp-proofing, and skilled mortar work matter more than absorption alone.

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