{"product_id":"ibstock-swanage-imperial-light-stock-68mm-facing-brick-pack-of-420","title":"Ibstock Swanage Imperial Light Stock 68mm Facing Brick Pack of 420","description":"\u003ch3\u003eIbstock Swanage Imperial Light Stock Facing Brick (68 mm)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nThe Ibstock Swanage Imperial Light Stock Facing Brick is a refined stock-faced clay brick in a light red tone, designed especially for refurbishment or blends where a traditional character is desired. Its stock (soft-mud) finish gives a gentle texture and subtle charm, while the imperial size helps match older or heritage masonry profiles. Because clay is a natural material, slight shade variation can occur between batches — mixing bricks from at least three packs on site is recommended to reduce visible variation.\n\nIn use, this brick balances charm with practicality. While its strength is moderate, it carries durability for typical external exposure in the UK, provided proper detailing is observed for moisture, cavity design, and mortar choice.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e228 mm × 109 mm × 68 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eColour:\u003c\/b\u003eLight Red \/ Stock Tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTexture:\u003c\/b\u003eSand-faced \/ Stock Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWater Absorption:\u003c\/b\u003e~ 13%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDurability:\u003c\/b\u003eF2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompressive Strength:\u003c\/b\u003e15 N\/mm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePack Quantity:\u003c\/b\u003e420\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 via the stock (soft mud \/ thrown) process, which gives each unit its slight irregularity and textured appeal. The imperial sizing makes it particularly useful for renovations or matching older stockwork.\n\nThe F2 durability rating makes it suitable for standard external conditions. With ~13% water absorption, precise detailing is essential — include good cavity construction, effective flashings, and moisture control measures to maintain long-term durability.\n\nAlways blend bricks from multiple packs during laying to avoid uneven colour runs or banding. Requesting a physical sample or detailed high-quality images before placing a bulk order is wise, particularly when matching existing brickwork.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ch4\u003eIs ~13% water absorption too high for external use?\u003c\/h4\u003e No — ~13% is acceptable for a stock brick, provided the wall is well designed (cavity, flashing, correct mortar) to manage moisture effectively. \u003ch4\u003eWhat does the durability grade F2 mean here?\u003c\/h4\u003e It means the brick is frost-resistant and suitable for general external exposure under UK conditions. For harsh environments (e.g. coastal zones, high freeze-thaw stress) stronger bricks might be considered. \u003ch4\u003eWill the colour vary between packs?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes — variation is natural in clay bricks, especially with stock textures. Mixing bricks from at least three different packs during installation minimizes visible banding.\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":51448266162518,"sku":"161881","price":669.38,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/4509\/4998\/files\/ibstock-swanage-imperial-light-stock-68mm-facing-brick-pack-of-420-2455213.jpg?v=1772656876","url":"https:\/\/jjbuildingmaterials.co.uk\/products\/ibstock-swanage-imperial-light-stock-68mm-facing-brick-pack-of-420","provider":"JJ Building Materials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}