Ibstock Bradgate Golden Purple (Bradgate Purple) – Facing Brick (Pack of 430)
The Bradgate Golden Purple facing brick (also known as Bradgate Purple) offers a striking and distinctive look that combines warmth and subtle sophistication. With its blend of buff, golden, and purple tones, this brick gives façades a lively multi-shade appearance that changes with light throughout the day. The texture is bold and pronounced, giving the surface tactile depth, softening mortar joints, and enriching shadow lines. This brick suits both classic and modern architectural styles—ideal for elevating a home, extension, or feature elevation where visual character is desired.
Crafted as a stock, frogged facing brick with heavy texture, it’s made for external exposure and built to last. While its aesthetic is a strong draw, it also delivers the physical properties needed for durability and weather resistance in UK conditions. The combination of its unique appearance and structural integrity makes Bradgate Golden Purple a compelling choice for designers and builders who want both charm and performance.
Key Specifications
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Size:215 × 102.5 × 65 mm
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Colour:Golden / Purple / Buff Multi blend
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Texture:Heavy
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Water Absorption:? 20 %
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Durability:F2
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Compressive Strength:20 N/mm²
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Active Soluble Salts (Class):S2
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of settings is Bradgate Golden Purple best for?
This brick works well in both traditional and contemporary designs—especially where a statement façade is desired. The multi-tone effect and strong texture suit feature walls, entire elevations, or matching older brickwork with character.
How variable are the tones in this “multi” brick?
Because it’s designed as a multi-blend product, you can expect significant tonal variation (buff, purple, golden hues). To ensure a balanced look, it’s best to **mix bricks from several packs** during installation so the variance spreads evenly across the wall.
Does having 20 % water absorption affect its long-term performance?
A **? 20 % absorption** is relatively high for a facing brick. That means proper detailing is essential — adequate cavity design, flashing, weep holes, and high-quality mortar all play a major role in preventing moisture issues and ensuring long-term durability.
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