{"product_id":"forterra-lbc-georgian-facing-brick-pack-of-390","title":"Forterra Lbc Georgian Facing Brick Pack of 390","description":"\u003ch3\u003eGeorgian London – London Brick (Forterra Facing Brick)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nThe Georgian London brick is a timeless staple in Forterra’s London Brick range, recognized for its classic red tone and elegant light texture. It’s designed for visible external walls — a true facing brick — bringing both architectural presence and performance to building façades, renovations, or extensions where matching existing London Brick work is important.\n\nManufactured via pressed methods and finished with a light texture, Georgian London offers a clean surface with subtle tactile relief that softens mortar contrast while retaining a refined look. Its dimension consistency and structural integrity help it integrate well into both modern and traditional brickwork designs.\n\nFrom a performance standpoint, this brick carries a durability rating of F1, a water absorption of 23 %, and meets British \/ European standards for facing bricks. When installed with correct cavity detailing, flashing, weep holes, and suitable mortar, it offers long-term resistance to weathering, frost, and moisture in UK external conditions.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e215 × 102.5 × 65 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eColour:\u003c\/b\u003eRed \/ Red Multi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTexture:\u003c\/b\u003eLight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWater Absorption:\u003c\/b\u003e? 23 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDurability:\u003c\/b\u003eF1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ch4\u003eIs Georgian London suitable for exposed or coastal sites?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes — as a facing brick with **F1 durability**, it’s built for external exposure. In more challenging environments, thorough detailing (strong flashings, correct cavity width, drainage, compatible mortar) will help ensure long-term performance. \u003ch4\u003eHow much variation should I expect in the red tone?\u003c\/h4\u003e Because it’s a natural clay product, slight tonal shifts and variation are expected. To avoid “banding” or clustering of similar shades, it’s best to blend bricks from multiple packs during laying. \u003ch4\u003eDoes 23 % water absorption increase risk of damp over time?\u003c\/h4\u003e A **? 23 %** absorption rate is common for many London Bricks. What really determines the wall’s moisture resilience is the quality of detailing — cavity design, flashing, weep holes, and correct mortar play a larger role than absorption alone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck out our full range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jjbuildingmaterials.co.uk\/collections\/building-supplies\"\u003ebuilding supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jjbuildingmaterials.co.uk\/collections\/bricks-blocks\"\u003ebricks \u0026amp; blocks\u003c\/a\u003e available online.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Forterra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51448209473878,"sku":"161749","price":619.08,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/4509\/4998\/files\/forterra-lbc-georgian-facing-brick-pack-of-390-9534275.jpg?v=1772657118","url":"https:\/\/jjbuildingmaterials.co.uk\/products\/forterra-lbc-georgian-facing-brick-pack-of-390","provider":"JJ Building Materials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}