Windsor London – London Brick (Forterra Facing Brick)
The Windsor London brick is part of Forterra’s iconic London Brick collection, a heritage line used in millions of UK homes. This brick delivers a classic red tone with a light texture finish, making it a versatile choice for both traditional and modern façade designs. Whether you’re building a new home, adding an extension, or matching existing masonry, Windsor blends visual consistency with architectural appeal.
Manufactured via the pressed method in Forterra’s Whittlesey facility, Windsor London is built to perform as well as it looks. The light texture gives subtle surface relief without being overly rough, softening the contrast between bricks and mortar. As a facing brick, it’s intended for visible external walls—combining appearance with durability and structural reliability.
From a performance perspective, Windsor London meets the standards expected of quality facing bricks. It carries a durability rating of F1, a water absorption rating of 23 %, and is made to BS EN 771-1 standards. With proper detailing—such as adequate cavity width, flashing, weep holes, and compatible mortar—it offers long-term resilience in UK exposure conditions.
Key Specifications
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Size:215 × 102.5 × 65 mm
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Colour:Red (classic London Brick tone)
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Texture:Light
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Water Absorption:? 23 %
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Durability:F1
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Windsor London suitable for highly exposed or coastal areas?
Yes — with an **F1 durability rating**, it’s suitable for many external applications. In more challenging or coastal environments, careful detailing (robust flashing, proper cavity, quality mortar) is especially important to maintain the wall’s integrity over time.
Will the red tone vary noticeably across the bricks?
Some variation in red tones is natural and expected, due to the clay material and firing process. To avoid visible “clumping” of similar shades, it’s best to **mix bricks from multiple packs** during installation.
Does the 23 % water absorption increase risk of damp over time?
While **? 23 %** absorption is moderate, the brick’s long-term resistance to moisture depends mainly on the quality of installation. Proper cavity detailing, effective flashing, weep holes, and suitable mortar are much more influential in preventing damp than absorption alone.
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