Ibstock Sandalwood Wirecut Facing Brick
The Ibstock Sandalwood Wirecut Facing Brick is a buff-toned clay facing brick with a light texture, offering a soft, warm aesthetic for facades. Because clay is a natural material, slight shade variations may occur between production batches — mixing bricks from at least three different packs on site is recommended to reduce visible banding.
It offers both visual appeal and reliable performance. With solid compressive strength, moderate water absorption, and a frost-resistant durability rating, it is suitable for many typical external wall applications.
Key Specifications
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Size:215mm × 102mm × 65mm
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Colour:Buff
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Texture:Light, Wirecut Finish
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Water Absorption:9%
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Durability:F2
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Compressive Strength:50 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 precision in size and edges, while its buff tone lends itself well to lighter masonry schemes.
The F2 durability rating ensures frost resistance in normal external UK conditions. The 9% water absorption is moderate — to maintain long-term performance, proper detailing (cavity design, flashing, drainage, and suitable mortar) is important.
To achieve a consistent finish, always blend bricks from multiple packs during installation. Viewing a physical sample or requesting detailed images before placing a large order is also advisable to confirm colour and texture.
FAQs
Is 9% water absorption acceptable for exterior walls?
Yes — 9% is a good value for a facing brick. With correct detailing and moisture management, it performs reliably in external wall applications.
What does the F2 durability rating indicate?
It means the brick is frost-resistant and suited for general UK external exposure. In more aggressive environments, a brick with higher durability may be preferred.
Will the colour vary between packs?
Yes — variation is natural in clay bricks. To reduce visible banding or sudden colour shifts, always mix bricks from at least three different packs when laying.
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