The Birtley Olde English bricks by Ibstock are facing bricks that deliver a rustic and time-honoured finish. Their blend of deep reds, browns, and weathered highlights creates façades with rich character and individuality. Because of this natural variation, they give new builds the look of established properties. As a result, they are widely chosen for heritage projects, extensions, and housing schemes that require an authentic, traditional appearance.
The Birtley Olde English bricks are built to perform as well as they look. Manufactured by Ibstock to strict quality standards, they are durable, strong, and resistant to harsh weather. In addition, their accurate sizing supports neat jointing and precise laying, which builders and architects value on site. Therefore, they are suitable for both small projects and large developments where consistency and reliability are important.
These Ibstock bricks adapt easily to a range of architectural styles. Their traditional colouring and rustic texture make them perfect for conservation areas, period-style housing, and rural settings. At the same time, they can add warmth and depth to contemporary designs. Furthermore, they work well indoors, creating striking feature walls that bring heritage charm to kitchens, living rooms, or commercial interiors. For example, they pair naturally with stone, timber, render, and glass, giving designers flexibility to achieve both rustic and modern finishes.
Key Features:
Rustic facing bricks in red and brown tones with weathered effects
Natural variation for depth and authenticity
Strong, durable, and resistant to bad weather
Manufactured by Ibstock to high quality standards
Suitable for façades, extensions, and interior feature walls
Complements heritage, rural, and modern designs
The Birtley Olde English bricks by Ibstock combine strength, durability, and traditional character. They are a dependable choice for projects that demand lasting quality with a classic English brick finish.
| Brick Dimensions (L x W x H mm) |
215x102x65
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| Size Tolerances Mean & Range: | Tm Rm |
| Configuration | Solid |
| Voids (%) | 0 |
| Compressive Strength (N/mm²) | 20 |
| Active Soluble Salts | S2 |
| Water Absorption (% weight) | 12 |
| Durability | F2 |
| Gross Dry Density (Sound Insulation) (Kg/m³) | 1740 |
| Equivalent Thermal Conductivity “K” value 5% Exposed | 0.86 |
| Initial Rate of Absorption (Suction Rate) (Kg/m²/min) | 0.6 |
| EAN | 5036335014738 |
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| Glazed Bricks |
