Ibstock Reigate Purple Wirecut Facing Brick
The Ibstock Reigate Purple Wirecut Facing Brick offers a distinctive blend of red and multi tones in a subtly sand-faced finish. Its wirecut manufacture gives it clean lines and a consistent texture, while the colour variation provides character. Because clay is a natural material, slight shade differences may happen between batches — mixing bricks from at least three packs on site helps ensure a more uniform overall appearance.
This brick is engineered to be both attractive and reliable. With solid compressive strength, a manageable absorption rate, and frost resistance, it is suitable for many typical external UK situations.
Key Specifications
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Size:215mm × 102mm × 65mm
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Colour:Red / Multi (Purple blend)
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Texture:Sand-faced, Wirecut finish
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Water Absorption:12%
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Durability:F2
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Compressive Strength:40 N/mm²
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Pack Quantity:500
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Active Soluble Salts:S2
Description & Usage Notes
This brick is made via the wirecut (extruded) method, which ensures consistent dimensions and a smooth, regular edge. The sand-faced surface softens the appearance slightly, making the Reigate Purple well suited to both modern and character schemes.
Its F2 durability rating means it is frost-resistant for typical exposure conditions. The 12% water absorption is moderate, so to ensure long life, proper detailing is important — this includes effective cavity wall design, flashing, and drainage.
To avoid visible colour banding, always blend bricks from multiple packs during laying. It’s also wise to view sample bricks or detailed photos before placing a large order to make sure the tone meets your expectations.
FAQs
Is 12% water absorption too high for exterior use?
No — 12% is within a common and acceptable range for facing bricks. With correct detailing to manage moisture, it performs reliably in external wall applications.
What does the F2 durability rating mean?
It means the brick is frost-resistant and suitable for common external exposure in the UK. In more aggressive environments (such as close to the sea), a brick with a higher durability rating might be preferable.
Will the colour vary between packs?
Yes. Some variation in shade is natural in clay bricks, especially ones with multi tones or blending. To minimise visible banding, always mix bricks from at least three different packs on site.
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