{"product_id":"ibstock-thakeham-red-multi-facing-brick-pack-of-475","title":"Ibstock Thakeham Red Multi Facing Brick Pack of 475","description":"\u003ch3\u003eIbstock Thakeham Red Multi – Stock Facing Brick (Pack of 475)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nThe Thakeham Red Multi facing brick brings a traditional red warmth with subtle multi-tone variation, ensuring your façade has life and depth rather than a flat appearance. The blend of tones adds character, while the sand-faced stock texture provides a soft, tactile surface that balances mortar lines and creates a natural look. Perfect for housing developments, extensions, or refurbishments, this brick combines classic appeal with the strength and durability expected of modern clay bricks. Built to handle UK weather conditions, it delivers long-term resilience as well as timeless aesthetics.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e215 × 102 × 65 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eColour:\u003c\/b\u003eRed Multi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTexture:\u003c\/b\u003eSand-faced (stock)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWater Absorption:\u003c\/b\u003e14 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDurability:\u003c\/b\u003eF2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompressive Strength:\u003c\/b\u003e25 N\/mm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePack Quantity:\u003c\/b\u003e475 bricks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ch4\u003eIs Thakeham Red Multi suitable for exposed or coastal environments?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes — its **F2 durability rating** makes it frost resistant and suitable for UK external conditions. In harsher coastal areas, ensure cavity detailing, flashing, and drainage are properly designed. \u003ch4\u003eWill the colour variation be obvious across the wall?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes — the “multi” aspect means you’ll see gentle tonal shifts across the bricks. To achieve a natural, even spread of colours, always **mix bricks from multiple packs** during installation. \u003ch4\u003eDoes a 14 % absorption level pose damp risks?\u003c\/h4\u003e A **14 % water absorption** is moderate and acceptable. The key to long-term moisture resistance lies in proper construction: cavity spacing, flashing, drainage, and mortar choice are essential. \u003ch4\u003eWhat style of projects does this brick suit best?\u003c\/h4\u003e The Thakeham Red Multi is versatile: it works well in both traditional and modern housing, especially where you want the character of red brick with more visual variety than a uniform red. \u003ch4\u003eIs this brick suitable for extensions and refurbishments?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes — the subtle variation in tone helps it blend with existing masonry while still adding freshness, making it an excellent choice for extensions or matching older brickwork. \u003ch4\u003eHow strong is the Thakeham Red Multi brick?\u003c\/h4\u003e With a **compressive strength of 25 N\/mm²**, it is durable enough for standard housing projects and external walls, providing a balance of strength and workability for bricklayers.\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":51448218714454,"sku":"161849","price":717.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/4509\/4998\/files\/ibstock-thakeham-red-multi-facing-brick-pack-of-475-4231615.jpg?v=1772656945","url":"https:\/\/jjbuildingmaterials.co.uk\/products\/ibstock-thakeham-red-multi-facing-brick-pack-of-475","provider":"JJ Building Materials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}