{"product_id":"forterra-lbc-rustic-facing-brick-pack-of-390","title":"Forterra Lbc Rustic Facing Brick Pack of 390","description":"\u003ch3\u003eRustic London – London Brick Facing Brick\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nRustic London is a signature brick in Forterra’s London Brick line, known for its bold presence and textured character. This facing brick is finished in a heavy texture that brings out strong shadow lines and a tactile surface, making it ideal for façades, extensions, or architectural feature walls. Its deep red hue and surface relief help communicate permanence and tradition, giving walls a distinctive, somewhat rugged appeal.\n\nThough it carries that “rustic” visual, Rustic London is engineered for daily performance. It is manufactured via a pressed process with consistent dimensions and structural reliability. Because it comes in the familiar London Brick proportions, it’s a dependable choice when you want visual continuity with existing brickwork or a confident, lasting finish.\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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTexture:\u003c\/b\u003eHeavy\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 Rustic London good for coastal or highly exposed areas?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes — it has a **durability rating of F1**, which is appropriate for many external applications. In very exposed or coastal environments, careful detailing like high-quality flashing, correct cavity width, and drainage will be especially important to help it last. \u003ch4\u003eHow noticeable is the heavy texture in everyday use?\u003c\/h4\u003e The **heavy texture** is quite pronounced. You’ll see and feel ridges, relief, and deeper shadows. It adds visual richness but may catch debris or mortar splashes more than smoother bricks, so thoughtful cleaning and pointing will help maintain appearance. \u003ch4\u003eDoes the 23 % water absorption make it prone to damp problems over time?\u003c\/h4\u003e A **? 23 %** absorption is on the higher side for facing bricks, but it is within specification for Rustic London. The more critical factors are how well the masonry is built — proper cavity detailing, flashing, weep holes, good mortar — those determine long-term moisture performance more 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":51448210522454,"sku":"161761","price":678.78,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/4509\/4998\/files\/forterra-lbc-rustic-facing-brick-pack-of-390-6643501.jpg?v=1772657115","url":"https:\/\/jjbuildingmaterials.co.uk\/products\/forterra-lbc-rustic-facing-brick-pack-of-390","provider":"JJ Building Materials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}