{"product_id":"ibstock-tradesman-antique-grey-facing-brick-pack-of-500","title":"Ibstock Tradesman Antique Grey Facing Brick Pack of 500","description":"\u003ch3\u003eIbstock Tradesman Antique Grey Facing Brick\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nThe Ibstock Tradesman Antique Grey Facing Brick is a perforated, wirecut facing brick in a soft grey \/ multi tone with a heavy texture. To maintain a balanced look across your build, mixing bricks from at least three different packs on site is advised, as natural variation in clay can cause slight shade differences between batches.\n\nThis brick offers a blend of aesthetic character and dependable performance, suited to many standard external building applications under typical UK exposure conditions.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e215 mm × 102 mm × 65 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eColour:\u003c\/b\u003eGrey \/ Multi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTexture:\u003c\/b\u003eHeavy, Wirecut Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWater Absorption:\u003c\/b\u003e9%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDurability:\u003c\/b\u003eF2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompressive Strength:\u003c\/b\u003e60 N\/mm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePack Quantity:\u003c\/b\u003e500\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 Produced via the wirecut (extruded) method, this brick features precise dimensions and a robust, textured face. The grey \/ multi tone gives a contemporary look while retaining the character of clay brickwork.\n\nWith an F2 durability classification, it is frost-resistant and suited for most UK external exposure conditions. The 9% water absorption is moderate and typical for quality facing bricks — to support long life, good detailing such as cavity design, flashing, drainage, and correct mortar selection is essential.\n\nFor a consistent finish across your build, always blend bricks from multiple packs when laying. It’s also wise to view a physical sample or request high-quality close-up images before placing a large order to confirm you are happy with the colour and texture.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ch4\u003eIs 9% water absorption acceptable for external walls?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes — 9% is a solid rate for facing bricks. Combined with good detailing and moisture control, it works reliably in external wall applications. \u003ch4\u003eWhat does the F2 durability rating mean?\u003c\/h4\u003e It means the brick is frost-resistant and appropriate for standard UK external exposure. In more aggressive settings (e.g. close to sea spray or heavy freeze-thaw zones), a higher durability brick may be more suitable. \u003ch4\u003eWill the colour vary between packs?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes. Variation is natural in clay bricks, especially in multi-tonal varieties. To reduce visible banding or abrupt changes, always blend bricks from at least three different packs during installation.\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":51448283726166,"sku":"161890","price":640.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/4509\/4998\/files\/ibstock-tradesman-antique-grey-facing-brick-pack-of-500-9694473.jpg?v=1772656876","url":"https:\/\/jjbuildingmaterials.co.uk\/products\/ibstock-tradesman-antique-grey-facing-brick-pack-of-500","provider":"JJ Building Materials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}