Greenwich Yellow Multi Rustica Facing Brick
The Greenwich Yellow Multi Rustica is a soft-mud stock brick with a rustic, tumbled finish and a warm mix of buff and yellow tones. Its weathered look adds character, making it an excellent choice for heritage-style or traditional builds. As with all clay products, shade variation is normal, so blending bricks from at least three packs on site is recommended for a consistent appearance.
This brick provides charm with dependable performance, offering frost resistance, moderate strength, and higher water absorption typical of soft-mud bricks when detailed correctly.
Key Specifications
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Size:215mm × 102.5mm × 65mm
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Colour:Buff / Yellow / Multi
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Texture:Soft-Mud Stock, Tumbled / Rustica Finish
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Water Absorption:? 22%
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Durability:F2
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Compressive Strength:? 15 N/mm²
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Pack Quantity:400
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Gross Dry Density:1380 kg/m³
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Initial Rate of Water Absorption:1.2 – 4.2 kg/(m²·min)
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Active Soluble Salts:S2
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Reaction to Fire:Class A1
Description & Usage Notes
Manufactured using the soft-mud process, the Greenwich Yellow Multi Rustica achieves a timeworn, authentic appearance with natural colour blending. Its lighter tones make it ideal for projects where a softer façade is desired.
With water absorption up to 22% and compressive strength ? 15 N/mm², it is designed for facing applications, not heavy structural loads. Its F2 frost resistance rating ensures it withstands typical UK conditions when used with good detailing — cavity wall design, drainage, flashing, and suitable mortar.
Always mix bricks from multiple packs during laying to minimise visual inconsistencies. Reviewing a trial panel before bulk ordering is strongly advised.
FAQs
Is ? 22% water absorption suitable for external walls?
Yes — this is standard for soft-mud stock bricks. With correct detailing, they perform reliably in facing applications.
What does the F2 durability rating mean?
It means the brick is frost-resistant and suitable for use in normal UK exposure conditions.
Will the yellow multi rustic tones vary between packs?
Yes — natural variation is expected in soft-mud bricks. Mixing from at least three packs ensures a more balanced finish.
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