{"product_id":"forterra-lbc-milton-buff-facing-brick-pack-of-390","title":"Forterra Lbc Milton Buff Facing Brick Pack of 390","description":"\u003ch3\u003eMilton Buff London – London Brick (Forterra Facing Brick)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nThe Milton Buff London facing brick brings a warm, buff-yellow hue to masonry façades, offering a bright yet elegant alternative to darker reds and browns. Its light texture gives just enough surface relief to catch shadow and soften mortar lines, without becoming visually busy. Because it’s part of the London Brick family—used extensively across UK homes—it also aids in matching existing brickwork when doing extensions or renovations.\n\nBuilt to modern standards, Milton Buff is manufactured in a pressed method that preserves clean edges and dimensional consistency. As a facing brick, it’s intended for visible external use where appearance, performance, and durability all matter.\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\u003eBuff (warm yellow \/ buff tones)\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 (suitable for general external exposure)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ch4\u003eIs Milton Buff London suitable for coastal or exposed settings?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes — with its **F1 durability rating**, it’s designed for external use in general exposure. In more challenging conditions (coastal, high wind, heavy rain), ensuring solid detailing such as good flashing, cavity design, drainage, and suitable mortar will be key to its long-term performance. \u003ch4\u003eHow much variation in buff tone should I expect?\u003c\/h4\u003e Some variation is part of the brick’s character. You may notice subtle shifts in buff or cream hues. To avoid clustering of similar tones, it’s best practice to **mix bricks from multiple packs** during the laying process. \u003ch4\u003eDoes the 23 % water absorption make it more prone to damp over time?\u003c\/h4\u003e A water absorption of **? 23 %** is moderately high, but within specification for this product. The longevity and moisture resistance of the wall depend more on proper installation—including cavity design, flashing, weep holes, and appropriate mortar—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":51448210293078,"sku":"161757","price":637.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/4509\/4998\/files\/forterra-lbc-milton-buff-facing-brick-pack-of-390-6970699.jpg?v=1772657113","url":"https:\/\/jjbuildingmaterials.co.uk\/products\/forterra-lbc-milton-buff-facing-brick-pack-of-390","provider":"JJ Building Materials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}