{"product_id":"wienerberger-topaz-facing-brick-pack-of-680","title":"Wienerberger Topaz Facing Brick Pack of 680","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWienerberger Topaz Multi Stock Facing Brick\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nThe Wienerberger Topaz Multi Stock facing brick offers a rich red \/ multi palette with a heavy textured surface, designed to deliver character and presence to your façades. Manufactured as a stock (frogged) brick, it carries the traditional aesthetic appeal while supporting modern construction standards.\n\nThis brick is crafted to combine visual depth with reliable performance—balancing strength, moderate moisture tolerance, and durability to meet the demands of exterior 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\u003eDurability designation:\u003c\/b\u003eF2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eActive soluble salts:\u003c\/b\u003eS2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWater absorption:\u003c\/b\u003e15 %\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompressive strength:\u003c\/b\u003e12 N\/mm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProcess \/ type:\u003c\/b\u003eStock, frogged facing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTexture \/ appearance:\u003c\/b\u003eHeavy texture, red \/ multi tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Topaz Multi Stock?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nTopaz Multi Stock is especially suited for projects where you want a bold, characterful brick that still retains consistency. Its multi-toned red hues help mask colour variation, giving façades visual richness without appearing patchy. The heavy texture adds a tactile quality and helps reduce glare in direct sunlight.\n\nFrom a structural perspective, it offers solid fundamentals. The compressive strength of 12 N\/mm² and F2 durability rating means it’s suitable for many external wall applications, provided you combine it with good detailing. With 15 % water absorption, careful design of cavity systems, damp proof courses, and flashings is essential to maintain moisture resilience. Its salts classification and stock brick construction further support long-term performance.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ch4\u003eWill the colour vary too much across a wall?\u003c\/h4\u003e Some variation is expected—especially in multi-tone bricks. To maintain visual harmony, mix bricks from multiple packs during laying and avoid stacking similar tones in one area. \u003ch4\u003eIs 15 % water absorption acceptable for external use?\u003c\/h4\u003e Yes, 15 % is within acceptable bounds for stock facing bricks. But success relies on careful detailing: well-designed cavity walls, damp proof courses, proper flashings, and avoiding moisture bridges. \u003ch4\u003eCan Topaz Multi Stock be used structurally \/ in loadbearing walls?\u003c\/h4\u003e It can be used in many masonry applications. While 12 N\/mm² isn’t extremely high, it’s adequate for standard walling loads. Always check your structural calculations, mortar choice, lintel support, and relevant building regulations for your specific design.\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":51448332714326,"sku":"162046","price":677.85,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/4509\/4998\/files\/wienerberger-topaz-facing-brick-pack-of-680-4022866.jpg?v=1772656702","url":"https:\/\/jjbuildingmaterials.co.uk\/products\/wienerberger-topaz-facing-brick-pack-of-680","provider":"JJ Building Materials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}