The Ibstock Leicester Sandfaced Facing Bricks 65 x 215mm (H x L) Multi-cream, is a range of red clay facing bricks proven ideal for masonry works. The clay material makes the product strong and durable. The brick weighs 2kg making it suitable for domestic and commercial buildings. Sand faced brick is good for general purpose brickwork and is moderately frost resistant. The brick has a water absorption rate of 19% which is ideal for brick matching, with a compressive strength of 20N/mm2. Clay facing bricks when incorporated into a building gives acoustic insulation, inhibit condensation and regulate the relative humidity of the atmosphere. This brick has high thermal mass and low conductivity, contributing to the building’s own efficiency. Clay brick has a long service life, is re-usable upon demolition and is completely inert.