{"product_id":"wienerberger-bourneville-buff-blend-facing-brick-pack-of-504","title":"Wienerberger Bourneville Buff Blend Facing Brick Pack of 504","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWienerberger Bourneville Buff Blend Wirecut Facing Brick\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nThe Wienerberger Bourneville Buff Blend is a buff and multi-toned facing brick produced using the extruded wirecut method. Its warm tones and gentle rolled texture make it suitable for both contemporary and traditional designs. Natural clay variation means colours may differ slightly between packs, so blending bricks from at least three packs on site is recommended to achieve a consistent finish.\n\nWith strong technical properties including a compressive strength of ? 50 N\/mm², water absorption of ? 10%, and frost resistance to class F2, this brick is designed to withstand typical UK external exposure conditions while offering a refined visual appeal.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e215mm × 102.5mm × 65mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eColour:\u003c\/b\u003eBuff \/ Multi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTexture:\u003c\/b\u003eRolled \/ Wirecut (light texture)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWater Absorption:\u003c\/b\u003e? 10%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDurability:\u003c\/b\u003eF2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompressive Strength:\u003c\/b\u003e? 50 N\/mm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePack Quantity:\u003c\/b\u003e504\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eActive Soluble Salts:\u003c\/b\u003eS2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGross Dry Density:\u003c\/b\u003e1,200 kg\/m³\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInitial Rate of Water Absorption:\u003c\/b\u003e0.1 to 0.7 kg\/(m²·min)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription \u0026amp; Usage Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e The Bourneville Buff Blend offers a light, blended appearance with subtle variation in tone, helping projects achieve a softer façade. The extruded wirecut process ensures consistency of size and shape while retaining natural clay character.\n\nWith an F2 frost resistance rating, the brick is suitable for standard UK exposure. The water absorption level of ? 10% ensures controlled moisture performance, but correct detailing — such as cavity wall design, flashings, drainage, and appropriate mortar — is essential for long-term durability.\n\nTo achieve a balanced finish, always blend bricks from multiple packs during laying. Samples or site panels should be reviewed ahead of large orders to confirm tone and finish.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ch4\u003eIs ? 10% water absorption suitable for external walls?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes — ? 10% is a typical value for high-quality facing bricks. When paired with good detailing, it ensures reliable performance in external walls. \u003ch4\u003eWhat does the F2 durability rating mean?\u003c\/h4\u003e It means the brick is frost-resistant and suited for normal external exposure across the UK. For very harsh or coastal conditions, a higher durability grade may be preferable. \u003ch4\u003eWill the buff blend colour vary between packs?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes — variation in shade is natural in clay bricks, especially blends. Mixing bricks from at least three packs ensures a more even and consistent appearance.\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":"Weinerberger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51448303878486,"sku":"161981","price":470.58,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/4509\/4998\/files\/wienerberger-bourneville-buff-blend-facing-brick-pack-of-504-2595495.jpg?v=1772656833","url":"https:\/\/jjbuildingmaterials.co.uk\/products\/wienerberger-bourneville-buff-blend-facing-brick-pack-of-504","provider":"JJ Building Materials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}