{"product_id":"ibstock-cheddar-red-facing-brick-pack-of-500","title":"Ibstock Cheddar Red Facing Brick Pack of 500","description":"\u003ch3\u003eIbstock Cheddar Red – Wirecut Facing Brick (Pack of 500)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nThe Ibstock Cheddar Red facing brick is a refined and resilient choice that brings classic red clay tones together with modern performance. Its warm red hue is balanced with subtle variation, giving walls depth and avoiding flat, lifeless surfaces. The wirecut finish provides clean, straight edges and a slightly textured face, allowing mortar joints to recede and letting the brickwork take visual prominence. This makes it an excellent option for full elevations, extensions, refurbishments, or feature walls that need to look strong and cohesive. Built for exposure, this brick is engineered to stand up to UK weather and deliver long-term value.\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 \/ Multi red tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTexture:\u003c\/b\u003eWirecut \/ light texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWater Absorption:\u003c\/b\u003e? 7 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDurability:\u003c\/b\u003eF2 (suitable for external exposure)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompressive Strength:\u003c\/b\u003e75 N\/mm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePack Quantity:\u003c\/b\u003e500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProcess:\u003c\/b\u003eExtruded (perforated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ch4\u003eCan Cheddar Red be used in coastal or exposed locations?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes — with **F2 durability** and low absorption (? 7 %), this brick is well suited to external exposure. In harsher or coastal environments, ensure solid detailing — good cavity design, flashings, drainage, and high-quality mortar become even more important for durability. \u003ch4\u003eHow uniform is the red colour across the wall?\u003c\/h4\u003e While intended to be consistent, natural clay variation means slight shifts in tone might occur. To manage this, it’s best practice to **mix bricks from multiple packs** during laying to distribute any variations evenly. \u003ch4\u003eDoes the low absorption reduce damp risk over time?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes — **? 7 % absorption** is favorable and helps limit moisture uptake. That said, controlling damp still depends heavily on wall design: correct cavities, flashing, weep holes, and matched mortar are crucial to long-term performance.\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":51448214290774,"sku":"161815","price":751.09,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/4509\/4998\/files\/ibstock-cheddar-red-facing-brick-pack-of-500-7140562.jpg?v=1772657000","url":"https:\/\/jjbuildingmaterials.co.uk\/products\/ibstock-cheddar-red-facing-brick-pack-of-500","provider":"JJ Building Materials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}