Ibstock Bradgate Red – Stock Facing Brick
The Bradgate Red stock facing brick offers a timeless, warm red tone with character and texture, ideal for giving façades both strength and visual appeal. Its heavy texture provides a tactile, rugged surface that softens mortar joints, casting gentle shadows while still retaining crisp lines. The classic red hue blends easily with traditional and contemporary architectural palettes, making it versatile for full elevations, extensions, or feature walls. Manufactured to perform in external UK conditions, Bradgate Red is built to combine aesthetic presence with durability and longevity.
Key Specifications
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Size:215 × 102 × 65 mm
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Colour:Red
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Texture:Heavy / Sand-creased (stock)
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Water Absorption:19 %
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Durability:F2 (frost resistant)
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Compressive Strength:20 N/mm²
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Pack Quantity:430 bricks
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Weight per Brick:~ 2.1 kg
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Voids / Perforation:8–13 %
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Bradgate Red be used in coastal or exposed environments?
Yes — with its **F2 durability rating**, the brick is suitable for external use in freeze–thaw conditions. In more exposed or coastal locations, robust detailing (flashing, proper cavity, drainage, compatible mortar) is crucial for long-term performance.
Will the red colour remain consistent across a wall?
The brick is intended to be visually consistent, but some variation is natural due to clay and firing processes. To avoid noticing clusters or banding of similar shades, it’s wise to **mix bricks from multiple packs** when laying.
Is a 19 % absorption rate a risk for damp or moisture issues?
A **19 % water absorption** is relatively high. Because of that, correct construction is vital — good cavity design, effective flashing, drainage, and using compatible mortar play a more important role in preventing moisture ingress than the absorption value alone.
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