Victorian Pressed Facing Stock Bricks
Introducing our hand-stacked, coal-fired Pressed Brick, also known as Stock or Facing Brick, which became widely popular during the Victorian Era. This distinctive style of brick is predominantly found in the north of England, specifically in cities such as Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Middlesbrough, Sheffield, Newcastle, Hull, Furness, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. Our dedication to refining the 18th-century pressed brick-making process allows us to recreate the unique character and charm of Victorian pressed facing bricks, ensuring authenticity in every piece.
The Victorian Pressed Brick boasts a striking red hue and robust construction, making it an ideal choice for projects that require a classic aesthetic coupled with modern durability. Manufactured to BS EN 771-1 standards, this frogged brick features a compressive strength of ≥91.6 N/mm² and low water absorption, ensuring excellent performance in diverse weather conditions. Whether you are working on a traditional restoration or a contemporary design, the timeless appeal of the Manchester Victorian Pressed Brick enhances any architectural project.
At Heritage Brick, we offer the flexibility to blend and weather bricks across a wide range of colours, sizes, and textures, enabling you to achieve the best match for both existing brickwork and new developments. Our exclusive range is available in the following sizes: Metric 65mm x 215mm x 102mm and Imperial 75mm x 228mm x 108mm (3" x 9" x 4 1/4"). Elevate your builds with the authentic beauty and durability of our Victorian Pressed Bricks, perfect for creating enduring and aesthetically pleasing structures.
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Reasons to shop at Heritage Brick Company
Traditional Style Bricks
Using traditional manufacturing methods, our skilled brickmakers expertly reproduce authentic colours and textures historically found throughout each region of the UK in both metric and imperial brick sizes.
Approved Supplier
Built on trust, we have long standing professional relationships with a wide range of industry professionals. We supply metric and imperial sized bricks to Architects, Builders Merchants, Brick Yards, Developers, Self Build, Reclamation Yards and General Public.
Nationwide Delivery
From single pallets to full truckloads, our reliable delivery network covers all areas of the UK. Transform your projects with ease, knowing your materials will be delivered right to your doorstep.
Pressed Facing Brick FAQs
How are Victorian Bricks manufactured?
The production of pressed stock bricks involves the use of a specialised press. This ensures the precise compaction of the very thick clay mix. The result is a brick that boasts a dense structure, uniform texture and sharp, well-defined edges. This meticulous process guarantees that each brick aligns seamlessly with the next, creating a visually striking façade that attests to the artistry invested in its creation.
Benefits of traditionally made pressed bricks?
Beyond their aesthetic appeal, these bricks are celebrated for their exceptional weather resistance and unparalleled longevity. Engineered to withstand the harshest elements, these bricks ensure your structures remain resilient and visually captivating for years to come. The compacted nature of pressed bricks not only enhances their durability but also contributes to their ability to maintain a sharp and well-defined appearance over time.
Are heritage bricks tested?
Each brick from Heritage Brick is designed to withstand whatever the British weather can throw at it. From prolonged periods of sub-zero temperatures in winter, summer heatwaves, and the very worst wet and windy conditions – our products can resist them all. All our clay bricks carry a BS EN 771-1 certificate and comply in full of UK and EU laws and standards.
Advantage of using new bricks over reclaimed bricks?
New bricks have several advantages over reclaimed bricks, including:
Quality: New bricks are made to comply with building standards and are of a consistent quality.
Color: New bricks are available in a wide range of colors and are guaranteed to be consistent. Reclaimed bricks can vary in color because they were manufactured at different times.
Size: New bricks are all the same size, while reclaimed bricks can vary in size.
Cost: New bricks are generally cheaper than reclaimed bricks.
The advantages of specifying new bricks are that they are made to an established standard, BS EN 771-1, “Specification for Clay Bricks”. There is a wide selection available and they are typically more cost effective than reclaimed bricks.
How many bricks per square meter?
The number of bricks needed per square meter depends on the type of wall being built and the size of the bricks:
- Single Skin or one-layer wall: 60 bricks per square meter
- Double Skin or two-layer wall: 120 bricks per square meter
- 65 mm metric brick: 60 bricks per square meter
- 73 mm imperial brick: 51 bricks per square meter
- 75 mm Imperial brick: 50 bricks per square meter
- 70 mm brick: 55 bricks per square meter
- 62 mm brick: 62 bricks per square meter
- 50 mm brick: 72 bricks per square meter
- 80 mm brick: 48 bricks per square meter
To calculate the number of bricks needed, you can multiply the wall's length by its height to get the area, and then multiply that number by the number of bricks per square meter.
You should also add an extra 5–10% to account for waste. To calculate the number of courses, or rows, of bricks needed, divide the wall's height by the height of a single brick.
What are the common sizes of Pressed Facing Bricks?
Our exclusive range of Pressed Facing Bricks come in Metric 65mm x 215mm x 102mm and Imperial 75mm x 228mm x 110mm as standard.
Alternative sizes can be produced on special request.
How to order a facing brick sample?
Order via Product Page
On the specific product page, to the right of the product image there is an 'Order Sample' Button. Click the button to order your sample online.
Order via Email
Simply email our sales team your project requirements and specific product you wish to order a sample.
Visit Us
If you are close by or wish to see our full range, why not come and visit us at our bespoke Brick Centre? and take samples away free of charge.
Do you offer a brick match service?
There are several ways that you can get a free brick matching services, including:
- By Email
- Filling in our online form
- Project Site Visit
- Visit our Brick Showroom
The Heritage Imperial Brick Yard provides a free and easy brick matching service in just a few simple steps. Our team of friendly and knowledgeable staff offer a comprehensive service delivered with the most extensive knowledge in the area.
