Saxon Gold London – London Brick (Forterra Facing Brick)
The Saxon Gold London facing brick delivers a striking buff-yellow tone with a heavy texture, making it a standout choice for façades that need warmth, brightness, and visual character. As part of the London Brick family—a trusted name across UK architecture—Saxon Gold helps with matching, renovations, and blending classic appeal with modern design sensibilities.
Finished in a heavy texture, this brick adds depth, shadow, and surface relief, softening mortar lines and giving the wall a lively visual presence. Its pressed manufacture ensures crisp edges and dimensional consistency, while the warm golden tone works beautifully with both light and dark mortars. As a facing brick, it’s intended for visible external walls where appearance and performance go hand in hand.
From a technical standpoint, Saxon Gold is built for real-world use. It carries a durability rating of F1, a water absorption of 23 %, and uses the standard London Brick dimensions (215 × 102.5 × 65 mm). The heavy texture enhances its visual impact while retaining structural and performance qualities suitable for UK external environments.
Key Specifications
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Size:215 × 102.5 × 65 mm
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Colour:Buff / Golden yellow
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Texture:Heavy
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Water Absorption:? 23 %
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Durability:F1
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Saxon Gold London suitable for coastal or exposed environments?
Yes — the **F1 durability rating** is adequate for many external settings. In areas with high exposure or challenging conditions, it’s especially important to use correct detailing—flashing, adequate cavity design, weep holes, and quality mortar—to protect against long-term weathering.
How much variation should I expect in the buff / golden tone?
Because it’s a natural clay product, you’ll see subtle variation in tone across bricks — that’s part of its charm. To maintain balance and avoid visual “clumping” of shades, it’s best practice to **mix bricks from multiple packs** during installation.
Does the 23 % water absorption raise the risk of damp or moisture issues over time?
A **? 23 % absorption** figure is typical for London Brick facing products. Absorption is only one factor; the wall’s resistance to moisture depends more on proper construction — good cavity detailing, flashing, drainage, and suitable mortar are more critical to preventing damp than absorption alone.
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