{"product_id":"ibstock-oatmeal-textured-facing-brick-pack-of-500","title":"Ibstock Oatmeal Textured Facing Brick Pack of 500","description":"\u003ch3\u003eIbstock Oatmeal Textured Wirecut Facing Brick\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nThe Ibstock Oatmeal Textured Wirecut Facing Brick is a buff \/ cream-toned clay facing brick with a light texture and clean wirecut finish. Because clay is a natural material, subtle variation in shade and texture may occur between batches — mixing bricks from at least three packs on site is advised to maintain a consistent finish.\n\nThis brick offers both aesthetic appeal and solid structural properties. With a strong compressive strength, moderate water absorption, and frost resistance, it is suited to many external wall applications under typical UK exposure conditions.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e215mm × 102mm × 65mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eColour:\u003c\/b\u003eBuff \/ Cream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTexture:\u003c\/b\u003eLight \/ Textured Wirecut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWater Absorption:\u003c\/b\u003e9%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDurability:\u003c\/b\u003eF2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompressive Strength:\u003c\/b\u003e50 N\/mm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePack Quantity:\u003c\/b\u003e500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eActive Soluble Salts:\u003c\/b\u003eS2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription \u0026amp; Usage Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e This brick is manufactured using the wirecut (extruded) process, ensuring precise dimensions and clean edges. Its buff \/ cream tone gives a lighter façade option while still retaining depth through texture.\n\nWith an F2 durability classification, the brick resists frost under normal UK external exposure. The 9% water absorption is moderate and typical for quality facing bricks — good detailing (such as proper cavity design, flashing, drainage, and suitable mortar) will support long-term performance.\n\nTo reduce the chance of visible banding, always mix bricks from several packs during installation. Requesting a sample or detailed images before placing large orders is also recommended to verify the tone and texture match your expectations.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ch4\u003eIs 9% water absorption acceptable for exterior use?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes — 9% is a solid value for a facing brick. When used with proper detailing and moisture control, it performs reliably in external wall applications. \u003ch4\u003eWhat does the F2 durability rating mean?\u003c\/h4\u003e It means the brick is frost-resistant and suitable for general external exposure in the UK. For more extreme conditions (e.g. marine environments or severe freeze-thaw), a higher durability brick may be considered. \u003ch4\u003eWill the colour vary between packs?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes. Shade and texture variation is natural in clay bricks. Mixing bricks from at least three different packs helps blend any differences and create a more even visual outcome.\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":51448281334102,"sku":"161888","price":714.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/4509\/4998\/files\/ibstock-oatmeal-textured-facing-brick-pack-of-500-4304184.jpg?v=1772656874","url":"https:\/\/jjbuildingmaterials.co.uk\/products\/ibstock-oatmeal-textured-facing-brick-pack-of-500","provider":"JJ Building Materials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}