{"product_id":"ibstock-bradgate-claret-facing-brick-pack-of-430","title":"Ibstock Bradgate Claret Facing Brick Pack of 430","description":"\u003ch3\u003eIbstock Bradgate Claret – Stock Facing Brick (Pack of 430)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nThe Bradgate Claret facing brick combines deep, enriched red tones with an earthy, characterful finish—bringing warmth and richness to any façade. Its heavy texture adds visual relief and depth, softening the transition between mortar and brick. As a stock brick, it works beautifully in both modern and traditional settings, serving whole elevations, feature walls, or sympathetic extensions. Built to resist UK external exposure, this brick balances aesthetic appeal with structural integrity, ensuring enduring performance as well as style.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e215 × 102 × 65 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eColour:\u003c\/b\u003eRed \/ Claret tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTexture:\u003c\/b\u003eSand-creased (heavy texture)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWater Absorption:\u003c\/b\u003e19 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDurability:\u003c\/b\u003eF2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompressive Strength:\u003c\/b\u003e20 N\/mm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePack Quantity:\u003c\/b\u003e430 bricks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDry Brick Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e~ 2.1 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVoids \/ Perforation:\u003c\/b\u003e8–13 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ch4\u003eCan Bradgate Claret be used in exposed or coastal locations?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes — with its **F2 durability rating**, it’s suitable for external exposure. In harsher or coastal environments, good detailing (flashing, correct cavity width, drainage, compatible mortar) becomes especially important to maintain longevity. \u003ch4\u003eHow variable is the “Claret” tone across the bricks?\u003c\/h4\u003e Variation is part of the design — you’ll see shifts in red and claret tones across the wall. To avoid clustering or banding, it’s best to **mix bricks from multiple packs** during installation so variation spreads evenly. \u003ch4\u003eDoes 19 % absorption pose a risk of damp over time?\u003c\/h4\u003e A **19 % water absorption** is moderately high. To mitigate moisture risk, ensure strong wall construction — proper cavities, effective flashing, weep holes, and matching mortar are more critical than absorption alone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck out our full range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jjbuildingmaterials.co.uk\/collections\/building-supplies\"\u003ebuilding supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jjbuildingmaterials.co.uk\/collections\/bricks-blocks\"\u003ebricks \u0026amp; blocks\u003c\/a\u003e available online.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ibstock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51448218943830,"sku":"161852","price":624.56,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/4509\/4998\/files\/ibstock-bradgate-claret-facing-brick-pack-of-430-9246724.jpg?v=1772656944","url":"https:\/\/jjbuildingmaterials.co.uk\/products\/ibstock-bradgate-claret-facing-brick-pack-of-430","provider":"JJ Building Materials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}