Ibstock Leicester Weathered Red – Stock Facing Brick (Pack of 500)
The Leicester Weathered Red facing brick offers a beautifully aged character, combining warm red tones with carefully controlled variation and a weathered finish. This gives masonry that lived-in elegance from the start—walls look rich, textured, and full of depth without needing decades to mellow. The surface texture softens mortar lines and gives subtle shadowing that enhances visual interest. Suitable for entire elevations, extensions, or feature sections, this brick bridges traditional appeal with contemporary demands. Engineered to endure UK external conditions, it pairs aesthetic charm with long-term performance and reliability.
Key Specifications
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Size:215 × 102 × 65 mm
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Colour:Weathered Red (aged / softened red tones)
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Texture:Stock (light weathered / textured finish)
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Water Absorption:19 %
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Durability:F2
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Compressive Strength:20 N/mm²
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Pack Quantity:500 bricks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Leicester Weathered Red suitable for exposed or coastal locations?
Yes — with **F2 durability**, it’s appropriate for external exposure including frost. In more demanding environments, good detailing (cavities, flashing, drainage, mortar choice) is essential to protect the wall.
How strong is the “weathered” effect across the wall?
You’ll see natural variation in tone and finish, giving the façades depth and character. To avoid clustering or visible banding, it’s best to **mix bricks from multiple packs** during laying.
Does 19 % water absorption increase damp risk over time?
A **19 % absorption** is moderate. The real safeguard against moisture is quality construction—cavity detail, flashing, drainage, and correct mortar choice are much more important than absorption alone.
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