Ibstock Surrey Orange Wirecut Facing Brick
The Ibstock Surrey Orange Wirecut Facing Brick presents a vibrant orange / red tone with a light, clean finish. Thanks to its wirecut production, it has precise edges and a consistent texture. Because clay bricks can vary slightly in shade between batches, blending bricks from at least three packs on site is advised to ensure a more uniform overall appearance.
This brick delivers both aesthetic appeal and functional performance. It comes with good compressive strength, moderate water absorption, and frost resistance, making it suitable for typical external use under UK conditions.
Key Specifications
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Size:215mm × 102mm × 65mm
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Colour:Orange / Red
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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
Manufactured via the wirecut (extruded) process, this brick ensures consistent sizing and defined edges. Its orange / red tone offers a lively, warm façade ideal for both contemporary and traditional designs.
With its F2 durability classification, the brick is frost-resistant and suited for standard external exposure. The 12% water absorption rate falls into a moderate range — to maintain long-term performance, good detailing (cavity wall design, flashings, proper drainage, suitable mortar) is essential.
To minimise visible colour banding, always mix bricks from multiple packs during laying. Viewing a physical sample or requesting additional photos before placing a large order is recommended to confirm the tone and finish.
FAQs
Is 12% water absorption acceptable for facing brick use?
Yes — 12% falls within a common acceptable range. When combined with proper detailing and moisture control, it works reliably in outdoor wall applications.
What does the F2 durability rating signify?
It means the brick is frost-resistant and suitable for general UK external exposure. More extreme environments (e.g. direct marine spray or severe freeze-thaw) may require a higher durability rating.
Will the colour vary between different packs?
Yes. Some variation is inherent in clay bricks, particularly in multi-tone or vivid colours. Mixing bricks from at least three packs during installation helps reduce the appearance of banding.
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