Wienerberger Berkshire Red Brick
The Berkshire Red is a wirecut extruded facing brick with a bold, traditional red tone. Its clean cut edges and consistent texture make it suited for a wide range of architectural styles — from classic dwellings to contemporary builds. Because it’s clay, natural shade variation can occur, so mixing bricks from at least three packs during laying is recommended for colour uniformity.
This brick provides strong technical performance, with good compressive strength, frost resistance (F2 rating), and typical water absorption suitable for external walling in UK conditions.
Key Specifications
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Size:215mm × 102.5mm × 65mm
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Colour:Deep Red
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Texture:Extruded, Wirecut Finish
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Water Absorption:? 10%
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Durability:F2
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Compressive Strength:? 50 N/mm²
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Pack Quantity:504
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Active Soluble Salts:S2
Description & Usage Notes
Manufactured by the extruded/wirecut method, the Berkshire Red brick delivers precise dimensions and sharp edges, giving clean, crisp masonry lines. Its deep red hue works well on prominent facades or where a strong statement is desired.
Its F2 durability class ensures frost resistance under typical UK exposure conditions. With water absorption of up to 10%, this brick balances performance and moisture control, but correct detailing (e.g. cavity construction, flashing, drainage, and suitable mortar) remains essential to maintain long life.
To reduce visible banding or tone shifts, always mix bricks from multiple packs during laying. Requesting physical samples or reviewing high-resolution images is recommended before placing large orders to confirm tone and texture match your expectations.
FAQs
Is ? 10% water absorption acceptable for facing bricks?
Yes — ? 10% absorption is within the desirable range for high-quality facing bricks. When combined with proper detailing, it offers reliable performance in external wall applications.
What does the F2 durability rating mean in practice?
It means the brick is frost-resistant and suitable for usual UK external exposure. For exposed or harsh environments (coastal zones, severe freeze-thaw), you might prefer a higher durability grade.
Will the red colour vary between packs?
Yes — natural variation is expected in clay products. Blending bricks from at least three packs during installation helps reduce visible differences in tone or shade.
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