The Leicester Weathered Red Brick is a high-quality facing brick showcasing a classic weathered red hue with subtle, natural-looking variations. Its slightly textured surface and soft-toned finish give the appearance of age and character, making it an excellent choice for both sympathetic restorations and new builds seeking traditional charm. Measuring 215 × 102 × 65 mm, this standard stock brick combines timeless aesthetics with practical build quality.
Constructed from durable clay, the Leicester Weathered Red Brick offers reliable compressive strength—typically around 20 N/mm²—making it suitable for both structural and decorative uses. Water absorption hovers around 19%, ensuring good resistance to the elements, while a frost resistance rating of F2 means it performs well even in colder climates. These properties translate into a long-lasting, low-maintenance finish that retains its visual appeal over time.
Beyond its structural credentials, this clay brick also contributes to thermal efficiency and acoustic comfort through its natural thermal mass and sound-insulating properties. The aged red tone and gentle surface texture enable it to blend beautifully with other materials such as timber, natural stone trims, and contrasting bricks.
Ideal for a broad range of applications—from full façade cladding and boundary walls to extensions and decorative detail work—the Leicester Weathered Red Brick offers flexibility for both heritage-inspired projects and contemporary schemes. It’s especially suited to delivering a traditional, weathered aesthetic without compromising on modern building standards, making it a popular and versatile choice for architects, builders, and homeowners.
Pack Size: 500
Size: | 65mm |
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Colour: | Red |
Texture: | Light Texture |
Type: | Facing |
Supplier | Ibstock |