Longville Stone London – London Brick (Forterra Facing Brick)
The Longville Stone London facing brick brings a warm buff-yellow aesthetic to façades, delivering a light, inviting tone that suits both classic and modern architecture. As part of Forterra’s London Brick line, it offers heritage continuity—making it well suited for extension work or renovation where matching existing masonry is important. The brick’s understated hue and light texture help soften mortar contrast and elevate external elevations with subtle elegance.
Manufactured by pressed methods and finished with a light texture, Longville Stone presents a refined surface that gently picks up shadow without becoming overly tactile. The standard 65 mm height keeps proportions consistent with London Brick tradition, while the buff colouring helps reflect light and add brightness to building envelopes. As a facing brick, it’s intended for external, visible wall surfaces where aesthetics and durability go hand in hand.
From a technical viewpoint, Longville Stone London carries a durability rating of F1, a water absorption limit of 23 %, and a compressive strength of ? 25 N/mm². It is manufactured to BS EN 771-1 standards, with a frogged configuration and light texture finish. With proper detailing—cavity design, flashing, quality mortar, weep holes—this brick offers reliable performance in external UK conditions.
Key Specifications
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Size:215 × 102.5 × 65 mm
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Colour:Buff / Light Stone tones
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Texture:Light
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Water Absorption:? 23 %
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Durability:F1 (suitable for general external exposure)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Longville Stone London suitable for exposed or coastal environments?
Yes, it can be used in standard external settings thanks to its **F1 durability rating**. In more challenging or coastal zones, stronger detailing—sound flashing, proper cavity width, durable mortar—help protect against long-term weathering and moisture.
How much variation will I see in tone across the wall?
There will be gentle variation inherent in the natural clay and buff colouring. To prevent clustering of similar shades or “colour banding,” it’s best practice to **mix bricks from multiple packs** during installation to distribute tones evenly.
Does the 23 % water absorption rate make it more vulnerable to damp issues?
While **? 23 % absorption** is relatively high for a facing brick, it remains within specification. The real key to avoiding damp lies in correct construction: cavity detailing, flashing, weep holes, and compatible mortar are far more critical in ensuring a dry, durable wall.
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