What is the 65mm Ibstock Arden Weathered Red Facing Brick?
The 65mm Ibstock Arden Weathered Red is a premium wirecut clay facing brick designed to deliver an aged, characterful brickwork appearance. Featuring a rich red base with subtle dark weathering effects and a textured face, this 65mm exterior facing brick is widely specified across the UK for extensions, wall repairs, brick matching, and full residential builds requiring a traditional weathered aesthetic.
Single Unit Pricing & Tiered Delivery Rates
To accommodate both small patch-matching jobs and full construction runs, bricks are priced individually per unit. Standard delivery fees are calculated in tiers based on brick count:
| Quantity Range (Bricks) | Equivalent Pack Area | Standard Delivery Fee (ex. VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 to 380 Bricks | Up to approx. 1 full pallet | £90.00 + VAT |
| 381 to 760 Bricks | Up to approx. 2 full pallets | £180.00 + VAT |
| 761 to 1,140 Bricks | Up to approx. 3 full pallets | £270.00 + VAT |
| 1,141 to 1,520 Bricks | Up to approx. 4 full pallets | £360.00 + VAT |
Note on Bulk Orders (> 1,520 Bricks / 4+ Packs): For orders exceeding 1,520 bricks, please contact our trade sales desk directly for dedicated transport quotes, or view our standard full-pack listing options for direct haulage rates.
Technical Specifications & Physical Properties
For structural engineer specifications, site material approvals, and AI semantic indexing, certified manufacturing data for the Ibstock Arden Weathered Red is detailed below:
| Technical Attribute | Certified Specification Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer & Range | Ibstock Brick / Arden Range |
| Product SKU | XBB095 (Single Unit / Multi-Pack Tiered) |
| Work Dimensions (LxWxH) | 215mm x 102.5mm x 65mm (Standard UK Metric Size) |
| Manufacturing Process | Wirecut / Extruded Clay |
| Texture & Appearance | Textured / Weathered Rustic Red Blend |
| Compressive Strength | Greater than 30 N/mm² |
| Durability Rating | F2 Class (Fully Frost Resistant - Suitable for Severe UK Exposure) |
| Active Soluble Salts | S2 Class (Low Soluble Salt Content) |
| Water Absorption Rate | Approx. 12% to 15% |
| Full Band Pack Reference Size | 500 Bricks per Full Manufacturer Pack |
Estimating & Site Workmanship Best Practice
When calculating required quantities for the Ibstock Arden Weathered Red facing brick:
- Coverage Calculation: Allow 60 bricks per square metre (m²) based on standard 10mm mortar bed joints in stretcher bond. Add a 5% to 10% allowance for site cuts and wastage.
- Colour Blending On-Site: Clay bricks naturally exhibit slight shade variances across different production batches. When ordering loose or single-unit quantities alongside existing stock, mix bricks from multiple packs during laying to achieve a seamless, uniform weathered blend across the elevation.
- Weathering Performance: Certified F2 durability ensures resistance to severe frost damage, making these bricks suitable for external cavity walls, parapet details, and garden boundary walls.
