What is a Brick Faced Cladding Panel? Brick-faced cladding panels are architectural elements used to mimic the appearance of traditional brick walls while providing the benefits of a lightweight and versatile cladding system. These panels typically consist of a core material, such as cement, metal, or composite materials, with a layer of real brick on the outer surface. What is unique about these bricks? We produced a bespoke frog design that enables the brick to be cut in half lengthways, the design of the frog allows both halves of the cut brick to be used in the manufacturing process.

Furness Brick: Helping Build One Of The Most Famous TV Sets A New Home In the world of TV production, every little detail counts—from lighting to set design. When Coronation Street decided to relocate its set from the Granada Studios site to Media City in 2012, a brick match was key to bringing their vision to life.  A close match was not good enough, in the world of High Definition screens it required an exact match. That’s where Furness Brick came in, offering their bespoke brick matching service.  The key element here is that Furness Brick did not just try and match the colour of the brick, we matched the colour, the texture and also the production method used. Bespoke Newby Blend Bespoke Newby Blend Bespoke Newby Blend Natural Orange Natural Orange A number of years later expansion of the new set was undertaken, again Furness Brick was called upon to produce bricks that would blend into the existing set and look decades old from the day they were laid. Old Victorian Pressed Medium Light Weathered

A hand stacked, coal fired, hand sorted brick. We have developed and refined our firing process, demonstrating the unique character of London Yellow bricks.  We can alter size and the percentage colour within each blend to create a brick that is an exact match of what you need to achieve. London Yellow Here you can see Gilly our number one samples guy & one of our longest standing employee's, hard at work putting together show boards for our brand new blend This range is available in all metric and Imperial sizes and is live on the website now. London Borough Multi London Reclamation London Gault London Mixed Gault Check out our web page for further information and to request samples www.furnessbrick.co.uk/londonyellowrange

Using a bat brick in a brick wall can help support bat populations, promote ecological balance, and enhance biodiversity:  Bat bricks provide a safe roost Bat bricks offer a safe, predator-free environment for bats to hibernate or roost seasonally.  Our bat bricks are unobtrusive Our purpose made bat bricks are designed to be built directly into the brickwork of your building, so they are aesthetically pleasing and unobtrusive.  Bat boxes are customized Our bat bricks do not need to be faced with brick slips as they are custom-made to match your chosen brick type and size, standard bat bricks are the height of four courses of brickwork based on a 10mm mortar joint, below you can select your chosen brick size, if you require a different size of mortar joint please specify when ordering. Bat bricks can be recommended for development Bat surveys may recommend bat boxes as compensation for the loss of bat roosts during development. Tips for using a Bat Brick:  Position bat bricks so they are warmed by the sun and have a clear flightpath.  Avoid placing bat bricks near streetlights or other external lighting.  Keep bat bricks at least 3 meters from the ground to prevent cats from accessing them.  Be patient, it may take several months or years for bats to find and occupy a bat brick.  Only investigate inside a bat brick if you are a licensed for bat work. HOW DO I ORDER Please take a look at our dedicated page on our website for more information and ordering information. https://www.furnessbrick.co.uk/batbrick

It's happening right NOW & you can make your way to our stand to visit Steve or Pete anytime between now and Sunday 6th October . Where: NEC Birmingham , B40 1NT When: Wednesday 2nd October - Sunday 6th October Time: 10.00am - 5.00pm What can I do while I am there? In-between the live talks, you will be able to visit a number of different stands for free expert advice on all things build, kitchen, bathroom, as well as gardens and interiors. One of our friendly sales representatives will be able to answer any questions and queries you may have, offer advice and ideas as well as matching any existing brickwork you may have. Tickets are available via the website   www.granddesignslive.com Or on arrival at the door .

Definition of Pre War Common Bricks - Pre-war common bricks are relics of architectural history, bearing the indelible mark of craftsmanship and tradition. Manufactured before the upheavals of conflict, these bricks stand as enduring symbols of an era characterized by meticulous attention to detail and durability. With dimensions crafted to precise imperial standards, these bricks showcase the artistry of brick-making artisans of the time. Their weathered patina tells stories of generations past, evoking nostalgia for an age when construction was a blend of art and science. Each brick, with its distinctive imperfections and character, serves as a testament to the resilience of materials and the enduring legacy of craftsmanship from a bygone era. How can Furness Brick help Our unique production method has not changed from the early 1900's, hence our Pre War Common are not a copy of bricks from another time, they are the same bricks with the same production method. We offer Pre War Common in all our standard and bespoke sizes. The photos below show recently laid 80mm x 230mm Imperial Pre War Common.

We were recently asked to match some special shaped bricks used in a window detail. Supplied with a sample of each of the three original bricks from the building, carefully matched, they promise restoration and preserve the architectural narrative of the past.

Rodney Milburn, one of our longest serving employees of over 25 years who is also a part time firefighter for 18 years will be raising money for 'Get Kids Going!' - a national charity that gives disabled children and young people up to 26 years the opportunity to participate in sport. Rodney said running the marathon is a 'bucket list' item for him to do. He will compete in the race with his fiancé who is running the marathon for her autistic daughter. Rodney said he had been training for six weeks 'if and when' he had time between his work and firefighting duties to get ready for the big day on Sunday April 21.  "I think it'll be a good experience," he said. "I'm looking forward to it. Despite being in good shape because of his work, he still thinks that the London Marathon will be a challenge and did not commit to doing future races.  "Let's just see how London goes," he said. "I'm 52 now so things are getting on a bit. I'm reasonably fit - it's just whether my body will actually take it. I have got arthritis in my knees." We all wish Rodney and his fiancé the best of luck in the marathon. If you wish to donate the link is below https://www.justgiving.com/page/rod-milburn-1707686343222?utm_medium=fundraising&utm_content=page%2Frod-milburn-1707686343222&utm_source=email&utm_campaign=pfp-email

This Docklands styled apartment was recently completed at Wood Wharf in Canary Wharf. The brickwork sub contractor was Swift and the apartments were designed by Karakusevic Carson Architects. It features our Handbridge Blend on both external and internal brickwork.

Creating a replica of non-standard special-shaped brick involves a meticulous process of mould-making, handmade brick production and firing. Initially we meticulously craft a custom mould to replicate the shape precisely. This mould is typically crafted from durable materials such as metal, wood or fibreglass ensuring longevity and accuracy in reproduction.  Once the mould is finished the required quantity is produced by our skilled craftsman, then it is off to the kiln for the firing process. We pride ourselves in being able to replicate even the most complex brick designs, we can do this from drawings or even produce a copy of a sample brick supplied to us For further information please get in touch.

The next few days Furness Brick will be attending the National Homebuilding & Renovating Show at the Birmingham NEC, our Sales Reps Steve, Peter & Jason will be on hand for all your brick matching needs. You can even get free tickets using the link below https://www.homebuildingshow.co.uk/hbrwebsite

Alongside a new website for 2024 we have also launched a brand new brochure – an informative guide to our high-quality brick collection. Packed with vibrant visuals and key specifications, this user-friendly brochure is designed to simplify the selection process. It's more than just a catalog; it's a stylish and accessible resource that embodies Furness Brick's commitment to excellence in construction materials.