{"product_id":"wienerberger-hampstead-yellow-facing-brick-pack-of-680","title":"Wienerberger Hampstead Yellow Facing Brick Pack of 680","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWienerberger Hampstead Yellow Stock Facing Brick\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nThe Wienerberger Hampstead Yellow is a stock, soft-mud moulded brick with a warm yellow \/ buff multi palette and a light texture. It brings a classic, bright character to façades while delivering the structural and weathering performance needed for external masonry.\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\u003e680 bricks per pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGross dry density:\u003c\/b\u003e1450 kg\/m³\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompressive strength:\u003c\/b\u003e? 12 N\/mm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThermal conductivity:\u003c\/b\u003e0.690 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? 19 %\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 \/ configuration:\u003c\/b\u003eSoft-mud moulded stock, frogged, textured surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Hampstead Yellow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nHampstead Yellow offers a bright, elegant façade tone that works well with both traditional and modern architecture. The light texture maintains visual interest without becoming overly busy, making it ideal for large elevations. As a soft-mud stock brick, it has a classic look with natural variations built in.\n\nIn performance terms, this brick delivers a competent balance: its ? 12 N\/mm² compressive strength is suitable for many walling applications; its F2 durability rating means it’s appropriate for exposed UK conditions; and while its ? 19 % water absorption is moderately high, with proper detailing (cavities, damp proof courses, flashings) it can perform reliably.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ch4\u003eWill the yellow multi tones look uniform across the wall?\u003c\/h4\u003e Some variation is expected due to the natural clay process and “multi” palette. To achieve an even appearance, mix bricks from several packs during installation. \u003ch4\u003eIs 19 % water absorption safe for external use?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes—19 % is within acceptable limits for many stock facing bricks. However, durability is heavily dependent on good detailing: ventilated cavities, effective damp proof courses, and thorough flashing design are critical. \u003ch4\u003eCan Hampstead Yellow be used structurally or in loadbearing walls?\u003c\/h4\u003e In many cases, yes. While 12 N\/mm² is not extremely high, it’s sufficient for general masonry use. For heavier loads or critical structural elements, always verify your structural calculations, mortar specification, support design, and compliance with building regulations.\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":51448356667734,"sku":"162069","price":700.48,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/4509\/4998\/files\/wienerberger-hampstead-yellow-facing-brick-pack-of-680-2787707.jpg?v=1772656639","url":"https:\/\/jjbuildingmaterials.co.uk\/products\/wienerberger-hampstead-yellow-facing-brick-pack-of-680","provider":"JJ Building Materials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}