{"product_id":"wienerberger-durham-claret-facing-brick-pack-of-500","title":"Wienerberger Durham Claret Facing Brick Pack of 500","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWienerberger Durham Claret Stock Facing Brick\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nThe Wienerberger Durham Claret Stock facing brick offers a warm red \/ multi palette and traditional stock-brick character, paired with modern structural integrity. Its pressed soft-mud, frogged build gives a refined yet authentic texture—ideal whether restoring heritage façades or creating distinctive new elevations.\n\nThis brick marries beauty with performance: solid compressive strength, manageable moisture behaviour, and durability suited for exterior masonry in UK conditions.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDimensions (L × W × H):\u003c\/b\u003e215 × 102.5 × 65 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePack quantity:\u003c\/b\u003e500 bricks per pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSize tolerance:\u003c\/b\u003eT1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRange tolerance:\u003c\/b\u003eR1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGross dry density:\u003c\/b\u003e1630 kg\/m³\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompressive strength:\u003c\/b\u003e? 20 N\/mm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThermal conductivity:\u003c\/b\u003e0.600 W\/(m·K)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDurability designation:\u003c\/b\u003eF2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaximum water absorption:\u003c\/b\u003e? 14 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReaction to fire:\u003c\/b\u003eClass A1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eActive soluble salts:\u003c\/b\u003eS2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProduction method:\u003c\/b\u003ePressed soft-mud \/ stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAppearance \/ texture:\u003c\/b\u003eRed \/ multi tones with a light texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Durham Claret Stock?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nDurham Claret Stock brings together a classic red hue with subtle variation. The “multi” colouring ensures your wall has depth and nuance rather than flat uniformity. The light texture softens the finish, contributing to a façade that feels tactile and dignified.\n\nFrom a structural perspective, its compressive strength of at least 20 N\/mm² makes it suitable for many external walling uses. The F2 durability rating indicates reliable performance in exposed settings. Water absorption at ? 14 % is moderate, so good detailing—cavity design, damp proof courses, flashings—is essential. Its thermal conductivity, fire rating, and salts classification further help it conform to contemporary construction requirements.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ch4\u003eWill the multi tones create inconsistency across a wall?\u003c\/h4\u003e Some variation is expected and desirable. To maintain a balanced appearance, mix bricks from multiple packs while laying and avoid grouping similar tones together. \u003ch4\u003eIs 14 % water absorption acceptable for UK external use?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes — it’s within acceptable limits for facing bricks. When combined with sound detailing (cavities, DPCs, flashings), it can perform reliably in UK climates. \u003ch4\u003eCan this brick be used for loadbearing or structural walls?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes. With its compressive strength of ? 20 N\/mm², it is suitable for many masonry applications. However, always verify your design loads, mortar class, support details, and local building regulations for your specific project.\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":51448330125654,"sku":"162043","price":520.66,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/4509\/4998\/files\/wienerberger-durham-claret-facing-brick-pack-of-500-7439071.jpg?v=1772656700","url":"https:\/\/jjbuildingmaterials.co.uk\/products\/wienerberger-durham-claret-facing-brick-pack-of-500","provider":"JJ Building Materials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}