{"product_id":"wienerberger-smeed-dean-mile-end-mixture-facing-brick-pack-of-400","title":"Wienerberger Smeed Dean Mile End Mixture Facing Brick Pack of 400","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWienerberger Smeed Dean Mile End Mixture Facing Brick\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nWith classic London charm, the Wienerberger Smeed Dean Mile End Mixture facing brick brings a blend of warm yellow and buff tones with a softly tumbled surface. Made via pressed soft-mud stock methods, it captures the feel of heritage brickwork without compromising modern structural performance. Whether you’re restoring an old property or designing a feature wall, this brick strikes a balance between character and reliability.\n\nEngineered to deliver in real-world conditions, it offers robust compressive strength, controlled moisture behaviour, and a durability profile suited for external walling in UK climates.\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\u003e400 bricks per pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSize tolerance:\u003c\/b\u003eTm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRange tolerance:\u003c\/b\u003eRm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGross dry density:\u003c\/b\u003e1500 kg\/m³\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompressive strength:\u003c\/b\u003e? 15 N\/mm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThermal conductivity:\u003c\/b\u003e0.510 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? 22 %\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\u003eFrogged, tumbled finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Smeed Dean Mile End Mixture?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nMile End Mixture combines the timeless appeal of London stock bricks with aesthetic richness. Its yellow-buff “multi” tones and tumbled face give façades a lived-in, textured charm that complements both period and contemporary designs.\n\nFrom a performance perspective, it’s well-suited to external masonry. Its compressive strength of 15 N\/mm² supports many structural uses, while the F2 durability rating ensures resilience in exposed UK climates. A water absorption up to 22 % requires thoughtful detailing—proper cavity walls, DPCs, flashings—but when done correctly, the brick can perform reliably. Its thermal and fire ratings also align with modern specification needs.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ch4\u003eWill the varied yellow tones look uneven across a wall?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes, there will naturally be variation—that contrast is part of the charm. To ensure an even visual balance, mix bricks from multiple packs during laying and avoid grouping too many from a single pack. \u003ch4\u003eIs 22 % water absorption too high for external walls?\u003c\/h4\u003e It is at the higher end for facing bricks, so detailing is crucial. With proper wall design—well-vented cavities, effective damp-proof courses, and appropriate flashing—the brick can still perform effectively in UK conditions. \u003ch4\u003eCan this brick be used structurally or in loadbearing walls?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes. Its compressive strength (? 15 N\/mm²) gives it capacity for many masonry applications. However, for heavy structural work or high loads, always verify your design loads, mortar grade, lintels, and local building codes.\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":51448315543894,"sku":"162030","price":720.97,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/4509\/4998\/files\/wienerberger-smeed-dean-mile-end-mixture-facing-brick-pack-of-400-9920498.jpg?v=1772656755","url":"https:\/\/jjbuildingmaterials.co.uk\/products\/wienerberger-smeed-dean-mile-end-mixture-facing-brick-pack-of-400","provider":"JJ Building Materials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}