Ibstock Surrey Red Multi Wirecut Facing Brick
The Ibstock Surrey Red Multi Wirecut Facing Brick offers a warm red base with subtle multitone variations, giving your build both uniformity and character. Because clay is a natural material, slight hue differences may occur between batches — mixing bricks from at least three separate packs on site is advised to reduce visible banding.
This brick balances aesthetic appeal with dependable performance. With solid compressive strength, frost resistance, and a moderate water absorption rate, it is suitable for general external wall use in UK building environments.
Key Specifications
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Size:215mm × 102mm × 65mm
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Colour:Red / Multi
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Texture:Light, 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
Produced by the wirecut (extruded) method, this brick ensures accurate dimensions and clean edges, giving a neat finish to masonry work. The multitone red blend allows it to suit a variety of architectural styles — from traditional to modern.
Its F2 durability rating grants frost resistance appropriate for standard external exposure in the UK. The 12% water absorption is moderate; to maintain long-term performance, detailing such as cavity design, flashing, and drainage must be properly incorporated.
To achieve a visually consistent wall, always blend bricks from multiple packs during laying. Requesting sample bricks or additional high-resolution images before placing a large order is also recommended so you can confirm colour and texture.
FAQs
Is 12% water absorption acceptable for exterior walls?
Yes — 12% is within the expected range for facing bricks. When combined with correct detailing and moisture control, it performs reliably.
What does the F2 durability rating mean?
It indicates the brick is frost-resistant and suitable for general external exposure. In more aggressive environments, such as coastal or very freeze-thaw zones, a more robust brick may be considered.
Will the colour vary between packs?
Yes — variation is part of the nature of clay bricks, especially multitone designs. Mixing bricks from at least three packs during installation helps reduce the chance of visible banding.
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