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The Rustic Antique London facing brick – 73mm delivers timeless character and robust performance in one versatile masonry unit. With rich red tones and a heavy textured surface, this classic clay brick adds depth and visual interest to façades while complementing a wide range of architectural styles — from traditional homes to contemporary builds.
Part of the iconic London Brick range now manufactured by Forterra, this 73mm brick offers the traditional look of historic London brickwork with dependable, modern performance on site.
Traditional red facing brick with natural colour variation and heavy texture
73mm height reduces course count and helps speed up installation
Pressed and frogged design improves mortar bonding and uniformity
Consistent dimensions for neat courses and streamlined laying
Durable clay construction suited for external brickwork
Packed in 360s for transport and storage, sold individually to suit your quantity requirements
External walls on residential developments
Extensions and renovation projects
Heritage and traditional architectural styles
Boundary or feature walling
Light commercial and mixed-use schemes
The following specifications are confirmed from Forterra and industry data:
Brick Type: Facing Brick
Colour: Rich red / Rustic Antique finish
Dimensions (L × W × H): 215 × 102.5 × 73 mm
Material: Clay
Pack Size: 360 units
Compressive Strength: ≥ 25 N/mm²
Water Absorption: ≤ 23 %
Durability Rating: F1 (Frost resistant)
Active Soluble Salts: S2 (Low)
Configuration: Frogged (~13–18 % voids)
Dimensional Tolerance: T1 / R1
Manufacturing Standard: BS EN 771-1 compliant
We supply carefully selected facing bricks chosen for both aesthetic appeal and on-site performance. The Rustic Antique London 73mm brick combines striking visual character with confirmed frost resistance and low soluble salt content — giving you confidence in both appearance and long-term durability for your project.
