Portland NF Anthracite Smooth Facade Brick - 240mm x 115mm x 71mm

240mm x 115mm x 71mm Portland NF Anthracite Bricks have an unusual Anthracite colour of muted black, a smooth face and are highly resistant to external factors, including water, frost, wind and fire. These clinker bricks are denser, heavier than standard bricks and gives out a metallic sound they make when struck together. They are suitable for both contemporary and traditional projects. Installing hollow bricks is cheaper and are lightweight compared to brick and is a great way to upgrade existing walls and creating exciting facades.

CHARACTERISTICS

• Natural look,
• Soft muted black colour,
• Durable,
• Cost-effective,
• Easy to handle and install,
• Less labour intensive,
• Reduce wall thickness,
• High frost resistance F2,
• Acid resistant,
• Alkali resistant,
• Reaction to fire Class A1
  
• Low-maintenance.

APPLICATION

• On external walls,
• On internal walls,
• On external wall insulating systems.
  

INSTALLATION

• Ensure that both the surface to install and brick surfaces are dust free and dry.
• Mounting bricks should be started at the most visible outside corner.
• The grout should be mixed with clean water in a clean container using a high speed shear mixer.
• Avoid brushing the brickwork too soon as this may leave brush marks in the mortar.
  
• After completion of the job wash the surface with clean water and a hard bristle brush.
• Ensure that staining does not occur.
• Cleaning of the grout should not be carried out until the mortar has properly cured.