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Conservation range of facing bricks

Reclaimed bricks are renowned for their aesthetic appeal and unique appearance. However they also have inherent problems to match these qualities. They are often difficult to obtain, expensive and of poor quality which do not meet any testing standards of the modern day. As such, the NHBC do not recommend them for use in new buildings or homes.

Supplies at best are unreliable and can cause great problems if extra bricks are required to complete a project. They do, however, provide the size, colours and textures to blend with old Victorian buildings that have so much character and charm. The effect of weathering over the centuries means that it is difficult to obtain the blends required to match the existing.

We have developed a range of Imperial Handmade Conservation Bricks to meet this demand whilst allowing for peace of mind as regard to quality, supply and availability to meet modern building regulations. All this is achieved whilst remaining economical and offering the widest choice of colours and meet most brick matching requirements. There are many reproduction reclaim bricks available but these are normally manufactured to metric sizes of 215x65mm. Size does matter, when bonding in with existing brickwork and therefore we offer our range in nominal dimensions of 225x68mm to meet the meet the old imperial sizes. As these are of a nominal nature actual measurements may vary from brick to brick, just as they were produced in the past.

Variety of colour is of great importance and we have worked closely with our manufacturing unit to develop the range on offer.

These currently exist of Yellow Multi Clamp Stock Bricks, Red Clamp Stock Bricks and London Yellow Sandstock Bricks. These three basic brick types give you much more than you might imagine, due to our unique production methods.

Firstly, Yellow Multi Clamp Stock Bricks provide a subtle blend of Yellows/Buffs, Reds/Pinks, Greys/Blacks. These blend together to give an excellent alternative to a reclaimed mixed yellow brick.

Secondly, Red Clamp Stock Bricks offer a unique mixture of Red/Orange with some darker flashing but with a weathering effect on one stretcher face only. As the bricks are deemed to have two stretcher faces, it is possible to either select a true weathered reclaimed appearance with some whites and black weathering. With just white weathering, with just black weathering or just a plain red mixture. This can be achieved by “spinning” the bricks and allows you and your clients the choice of four different types from just one brick type! You can therefore keep stock levels low but be able to meet any requirement.
Thirdly, London Yellow Sandstock Bricks provide a true London yellow reclaim type of brick, with colours ranging from Yellow shades which incorporate Orange/Pink flashing, some burnt carbon to faces and again the unique weathering effect. As with the Red Clamp, this weathering is only on one stretcher and with “spinning” a choice of effects are available. Giving four different shades of brick from just one brick type.

These bricks are of a handmade format with differing degrees of a light creasing texture, giving the natural traditional effect of times gone by with natural character. They have been through the freeze/thaw tests to meet current European Standards and although no British Standards apply as regards the dimensional specification of the bricks, we can advise on the suitability of each brick type for renovation work or new build projects.

Naturally, the bricks have a very varied and multi colouring effect and as such are very difficult to sample in the normal way. Therefore, we have taken great care in producing photographs to use for sampling purposes. You will see from the brochure the extent of the variety of colour and it would require approximately 30 bricks each time to provide a true sample of these truly unique and wonderful bricks. As with all photography of natural products some colour variation may apply but we have ensured that we are able to give a fair representation. We would point out the types of mortars used where photographed and stress that mortar colour will effect the appearance of the bricks. It is recommended that work be carried out mixing the bricks from 3 or 4 packs at a time to avoid banding. Where this is not possible it is advised that care is taken when laying the bricks to ensure that the correct mix is obtained from a single pack.

For the benefit of your yard sales, we would recommend that some bricks be allowed to be in contact with the elements from an early stage after delivery. During particularly dry periods it would be advisable to dampen down some bricks to allow the natural colours to show through.

We trust you will appreciate the great benefits our Conservation Range offers you; we believe they are the most attractive and economical alternative to genuine reclaimed bricks. We also believe this range offers the widest choice available within the market sector. We are committed to maintaining this standard and are happy to discuss any special mixes you may require for individual projects.

For those able to take the bricks into stock a load can be made up of any colours mixed together on one load. Or they can be delivered in conjunction of a load made up of any of the other products associated with Ransfords. These include, Natural Stone Flooring and Paving, Natural Slate Flooring and Paving, Granite Setts, Stone Circles, Railway Sleepers, Cobbles, Blocksett, Pavesett, Terracotta Tiles, Pier Caps and Copings, Millstones, Kerbstones, Palisades, Spheres, Sealers and Cleaners. There is no better choice available anywhere.

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