The Old English Mixture Rustic facing brick offers a timeless, multi-tone appearance that works beautifully in traditional, heritage, and contemporary settings. With a blend of red, buff, yellow, brown, blue, and grey hues, it delivers a rich and varied palette that softens the visual effect of masonry walls. The rustic texture adds depth and character, helping façades feel more organic and less uniform.
Manufactured through wirecut extrusion, this brick is built for durability and consistency. Its “heavy texture” finish gives a tactile surface without compromising structural integrity. Because it’s a facing brick, it’s intended as the external, visible layer of walls — combining aesthetics with long-term performance in the UK climate.
In terms of performance, Old English Mixture Rustic carries a durability rating of F1 and a water absorption rate of 19 %. When used with good detailing (adequate cavity design, flashing, drainage, compatible mortar), it can provide reliable resistance to moisture, freeze-thaw cycles, and weathering, making it suitable for many external applications.
Key Specifications
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Size:215 × 102.5 × 65 mm
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Colour:Mixture (Red, Buff, Yellow, Brown, Blue, Grey)
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Texture:Rustic (Heavy Texture)
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Water Absorption:? 19 %
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Durability:F1
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Old English Mixture Rustic suitable for exposed or coastal environments?
Because it has a **durability rating of F1**, it is more limited in extreme exposure conditions than F2 bricks. In coastal or highly exposed zones, extra attention to detailing (wider cavity, robust flashing, careful mortar selection) is recommended to protect the masonry over time.
How much variation can I expect between bricks in this mixture?
High variation is part of its appeal — you’ll see a blend of reds, buff, browns, greys, and other tones. To ensure a balanced, natural appearance, it’s best practice to **mix bricks from multiple packs** when laying, rather than stacking all from one pack consecutively.
Does the 19 % water absorption make this brick vulnerable to moisture problems?
A **19 % absorption rate** is relatively high for facing bricks, so while it’s within specification for Old English Mixture Rustic, the real defense is in the installation. Adequate cavity design, good flashing, weep holes, proper mortar, and drainage are critical to preventing moisture ingress over time.
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