Wienerberger Waresley Orange Stock Facing Brick
The Wienerberger Waresley Orange Stock facing brick blends tradition with performance. With its warm orange-red tones and a light texture, it creates façades that feel rich and inviting rather than flat and uniform. It’s a frogged, stock-type brick suited to both new build and refurbishment schemes, offering visual consistency without sacrificing long-term durability. Whether used for feature walls or entire elevations, it gives a strong, confident character to your build.
Key Specifications
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Dimensions (L × W × H):215 × 102.5 × 65 mm
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Pack quantity:500 bricks per pack
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Durability:F2
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Active soluble salts:S2
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Water absorption:18 %
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Compressive strength:21 N/mm²
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Colour / texture:Orange / red with light texture
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Brick type / process:Stock, frogged facing brick
Why Choose Waresley Orange Stock?
This brick offers a balanced aesthetic: it leans orange-red but with enough variation to avoid a flat, “one-tone” look. The light texture gives just enough visual interest without being overly rugged. Its water absorption of 18 % is a bit higher than some facing bricks, so detailing and proper moisture control are important, but in many typical UK walling contexts that is acceptable. With a solid compressive strength of 21 N/mm², it’s more than capable for structural masonry use, and its F2 durability classification ensures it’s up to the task in exposed environments.
Because it’s a stock (fired in the conventional way) and frogged brick, you’ll find it easy to work with, use standard battens and supports, and achieve consistent bonding. If you’re after a dependable, characterful orange-toned facing brick that balances aesthetics and performance, this is a strong option.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 18 % water absorption too high for a facing brick?
While 18 % is higher than more “premium” facing bricks, it does not necessarily disqualify it. With proper detailing — good cavity design, DPCs, proper flashings, and moisture control — it can perform well in standard UK climates. For more exposed sites (coastal, high freeze/thaw), extra care is advised.
Will this brick support structural loads?
Yes. With a compressive strength of 21 N/mm², this brick is well-suited for structural masonry use in many contexts. Always check your structural design, mortar strength, and local building regulations to ensure all components are adequate for the loading.
How consistent will the colour be across a build?
Because it is a stock brick with a light texture, there will be some natural variation in tone from brick to brick — especially under different lighting conditions. That variation is part of what gives the wall character. Ordering enough bricks from the same batch and mixing during laying helps maintain a more uniform look.
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