Ibstock Bexhill Dark – Stock Brick (Pack of 500)
The Bexhill Dark stock brick presents a deep, rich red tone with elegant consistency and a classic appearance. Designed with Ibstock’s standard dimensions and quality control, it’s a dependable choice for external façades, extensions, and refurbishment projects where a darker red brick is desired. While it’s marketed as a “stock” brick, it still carries good structural performance for external use, especially in typical UK conditions with proper detailing.
Key Specifications
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Size:215 × 102.5 × 65 mm
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Colour:Dark Red
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Texture:Stock (smooth / sandfaced)
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Water Absorption:? 13 %
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Durability:F2
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Compressive Strength:30 N/mm²
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bexhill Dark suitable for exposed or coastal locations?
Yes — with its **F2 durability rating**, the brick is designed for external use in exposed conditions. That said, in harsher environments or coastal areas, meticulous detailing (correct cavity width, flashing, weep holes, suitable mortar) is essential to ensure long-term performance.
Will there be variation in the dark red tone between bricks?
Some variation is natural due to the clay and firing process. To avoid noticeable “colour banding,” it’s wise to **mix bricks from multiple packs** during installation to distribute variation evenly across the wall.
Does a 13 % absorption rate increase damp risk over time?
A water absorption of **? 13 %** is well within typical limits for facing bricks. The ability of a wall to resist damp depends more on installation quality — good cavity detailing, flashings, drainage, and compatible mortar are far more critical than absorption alone.
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