Ibstock Surrey Damson Multi Wirecut Facing Brick
The Ibstock Surrey Damson Multi Wirecut Facing Brick offers a rich red “multi” tone with subtle variation and a clean wirecut texture. Because clay is a natural material, there can be slight differences in shade across production runs — it’s best to mix bricks from at least three packs on site to achieve a balanced look.
This brick combines visual appeal and structural performance. It delivers solid compressive strength, moderate water absorption, and frost resistance, making it suitable for general external wall use under typical UK conditions.
Key Specifications
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Size:215mm × 102mm × 65mm
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Colour:Red / Multi
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Texture: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
Manufactured by the wirecut (extruded) process, this brick ensures precise dimensions and clean edges. The multi-tonal red colouring gives flexibility in design, suitable for both contemporary and traditional schemes.
With an F2 durability rating, it is frost-resistant and able to cope with typical weather exposure. The 12% water absorption rate is moderate, so effective detailing—such as cavity design, flashings, and drainage—is important to maintain performance over time.
To reduce the risk of visible banding, always blend bricks from multiple packs during laying. It’s also advisable to request a sample or extra photos before placing large orders, so you can confirm colour and texture.
FAQs
Is 12% water absorption acceptable for exterior walls?
Yes — 12% is a common value for facing bricks. When combined with proper detailing, it performs well in external wall applications.
What does the F2 durability rating mean?
It means the brick is frost-resistant and suitable for general external exposure in the UK. In more aggressive environments (e.g. coastal zones or heavy freeze-thaw conditions), a brick with higher durability may be preferred.
Will the colour vary between packs?
Yes — variation is natural with clay bricks, especially ones with multitone blends. To minimise noticeable differences, mix bricks from at least three different packs during installation.
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