Ibstock Tradesman Heather Mixture Wirecut Facing Brick
The Ibstock Tradesman Heather Mixture Wirecut Facing Brick combines rich red and purple tones with a light texture, creating a visually dynamic and refined façade finish. Because clay bricks naturally vary, slight differences in colour or texture may occur — mixing bricks from at least three packs on site helps achieve a more uniform overall appearance.
This brick offers both aesthetic quality and strong performance, making it suitable for external wall use in many typical UK building situations.
Key Specifications
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Size:215mm × 102mm × 65mm
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Colour:Red / Purple Blend
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Texture:Sand-faced, Wirecut Finish
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Water Absorption:7%
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Durability:F2
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Compressive Strength:60 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) method, this brick offers precise dimensions and crisp edges. Its heather mixture of red and purple tones gives a distinctive, elegant character suited for both traditional and contemporary schemes.
With an F2 durability rating, the brick is frost-resistant under standard UK external exposure. The low water absorption rate of 7% aids in performance, but proper detailing — including cavity wall design, flashings, drainage, and correct mortar — remains crucial for long-term durability.
To avoid visible banding, always mix bricks from at least three different packs during installation. It’s also a good idea to request a physical sample or high-quality images before placing a large order to confirm you're happy with the tone and texture.
FAQs
Is 7% water absorption good for external walls?
Yes. A 7% absorption rate is quite low for a facing brick and supports better moisture resistance when combined with proper wall detailing.
What does the F2 durability rating mean?
It indicates the brick is frost-resistant and suitable for typical external exposure in the UK. For very harsh environments (e.g. coastal spray, severe freeze-thaw), a higher durability rating might be preferred.
Will the colour vary between packs?
Yes. Variation in tone and texture is natural with clay bricks, especially multi-tone blends. Mixing bricks from multiple packs during installation helps blend these variations and maintain visual consistency.
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