Ibstock Ivanhoe Cream – Stock Facing Brick (Pack of 500)
The Ibstock Ivanhoe Cream facing brick is a premium light-coloured option, offering façades a bright, refined, and elegant appearance. Its soft cream and buff tones create a clean, sunlit finish that works equally well on traditional builds and contemporary schemes. The light sand-creased texture adds subtle relief, softening mortar joints while ensuring the wall doesn’t appear flat. This makes the Ivanhoe Cream a versatile choice for full elevations, feature panels, and sympathetic extensions where a lighter aesthetic is desired. Alongside its visual appeal, this brick is designed for durability and strength, giving you long-term confidence in both performance and appearance under UK external conditions.
Key Specifications
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Size:215 × 102 × 65 mm
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Colour:Cream / Buff tones
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Texture:Light / Sand-creased (stock)
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Water Absorption:25 %
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Durability:F2
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Compressive Strength:15 N/mm²
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Pack Quantity:500 bricks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ivanhoe Cream suitable for exposed or coastal sites?
Yes — with an **F2 durability rating**, it is suitable for most external exposure situations. For coastal or very harsh environments, attention to detail (flashings, cavity design, drainage, and high-quality mortar) is essential for long-term performance.
Will the cream tones vary across the wall?
Yes — slight tonal variation is natural and part of the character of stock bricks. To ensure an even overall finish and avoid colour banding, it’s recommended to **blend bricks from multiple packs** during laying.
Does 25 % water absorption increase moisture risks?
At **25 %**, absorption is on the higher side for facing bricks, so correct construction practices become even more important. Proper cavity detailing, effective drainage, flashing, and mortar choice will prevent moisture problems and ensure the wall performs well.
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