{"product_id":"ibstock-etruria-mixture-facing-brick-pack-of-500","title":"Ibstock Etruria Mixture Facing Brick Pack of 500","description":"The Ibstock Etruria Mixture facing brick brings together warm red and orange tones with natural variation to create façades that feel lively, textured, and full of depth. Its multi-shade effect ensures bricks never appear flat or monotonous, and the wirecut finish adds crisp, clean lines while still offering a slight texture to catch light and soften the impact of mortar joints. This balance between form and finish makes it suitable for everything from full-height walls and extensions to feature elevations and refurbishment work where character matters. In addition to its aesthetic appeal, Etruria Mixture is engineered for durability—designed to perform under UK exposures, offering structural integrity and lasting performance for external masonry projects.\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 \/ Orange Multi blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTexture:\u003c\/b\u003eLight \/ Wirecut (dragfaced)\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 (fully frost resistant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompressive Strength:\u003c\/b\u003e60 N\/mm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDry Brick Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e~ 2.3 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePack Quantity:\u003c\/b\u003e500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ch4\u003eIs Etruria Mixture suitable for exposed or coastal settings?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes — with an **F2 durability rating**, it’s fully frost resistant and appropriate for external applications in UK conditions. For harsher or coastal zones, apply robust detailing (cavities, flashing, drainage, quality mortar) to maximize longevity. \u003ch4\u003eWhat kind of variation should I expect in tone and texture?\u003c\/h4\u003e Because it’s a **mixture** brick, you’ll see variation in red, orange, and accent hues across bricks. The dragfaced \/ wirecut texture adds subtle surface interest. To keep a balanced appearance and avoid clustering of similar tones, it’s best to **mix bricks from multiple packs** during laying. \u003ch4\u003eDoes a 7 % absorption rate reduce damp risk?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes — **? 7 % absorption** is quite low and helps minimize moisture uptake. That said, the best defense against damp comes from correct wall design: proper cavities, flashing, weep holes, and suitable 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":51448216650070,"sku":"161820","price":643.06,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/4509\/4998\/files\/ibstock-etruria-mixture-facing-brick-pack-of-500-7143249.jpg?v=1772656996","url":"https:\/\/jjbuildingmaterials.co.uk\/products\/ibstock-etruria-mixture-facing-brick-pack-of-500","provider":"JJ Building Materials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}