Forterra Southdown Multi Facing Brick Pack of 504

h3>Southdown Multi – Forterra Facing Brick The Southdown Multi brick from Forterra is a classic multi-tone facing brick that delivers both aesthetic versatility and structural strength. The blend of red, buff, yellow, brown, blue and grey shades gives walls a rich, varied appearance that changes with light and weather, making it ideal for façades, extensions, or restoration work where character matters. Manufactured via wirecut methods and offered with rolled-back texture, the Southdown Multi surface gives just enough relief to soften mortar lines and add depth — without being overly rough. Its multi-tone palette helps mask minor variations in colour, blending well with surrounding masonry and making it easier to achieve a balanced finish across a wall. Performance is built in. This brick carries a durability rating of F2, meaning it’s suitable for exposed external use, and boasts a relatively low water absorption of 7 %, helping resist moisture uptake. With good detailing — such as proper cavity dimension, flashings, weep holes, and quality mortar — Southdown Multi offers reliable, long-lasting performance in UK conditions.

Key Specifications

For projects where appearance and durability both matter, the Forterra Southdown Multi Facing Brick is well suited to customers browsing facing bricks online, while those wanting to buy facing bricks gain a versatile choice for long-lasting exposed masonry.

• Size:215 × 102.5 × 65 mm
• Colour:Multi (blend of reds, buffs, etc.)
• Texture:Rolled-back (wirecut)
• Water Absorption:? 7 %
• Durability:F2 (suitable for exposed external use)

When selecting, the Forterra Southdown Multi Facing Brick provides a strong balance of visual appeal and long-term durability, giving customers who want to a versatile solution for attractive exposed brickwork for project specification 59.

Frequently Asked Questions

What conditions make Southdown Multi a good choice?

Its **F2 durability** and low absorption make it well suited for external walls in exposed conditions — including coastal or frost-prone areas — provided proper construction detailing is used.

How much variation is there in the multi-tone blend?

Because it’s a **multi** brick, variation is expected and part of the appeal. You’ll see a mix of tones across bricks. To avoid visual clustering or banding, it’s best to mix bricks from several packs during laying.

Does the 7 % absorption rate reduce the risk of damp problems?

Yes — **? 7 % absorption** is relatively low and helps reduce moisture uptake. But the wall’s long-term resilience against damp depends more on proper detailing (cavity, flashings, drainage, mortar) than on absorption alone.

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