FACE BRICK TEXTURES
Corobrik face bricks are classified in accordance with the South African National Standard (SANS 227:2007) for burnt clay face bricks. The classification tells you the degree of uniformity in size, shape and colour you can expect, which guides where each brick is best used. The texture of the face finish can vary from smooth to textured and plays a significant role in the overall look of your project.
Satin
Bricks with a flat and even surface, providing a clean and contemporary look with minimal texture.
Travertine
A light textured finish with a natural clay grain appearance.
Artisanal
A rimpled texture that gives you the appearance of an aged brick.
Coral
A bold vertical texture with flowing, organic grooves that create depth, movement and natural shadow.
Rustic
A layered finish with natural clay ridges that delivers a striated look with subtle texture.
FBX — FACE BRICK EXTRA
FBX is the golden standard of bricks. They can be used for both exterior and interior building projects where a high degree of perfection is required.
Clay bricks that are selected or produced for their durability and high degree of uniformity of size, shape and colour.
Tolerances in work sizes (Length, Width, Height):
Individual Unit: 5mm, 3mm, 3mm
Average Dimension: 2.5mm, 1.5mm, 1.5mm
Warpage: 90% of units have warpage of 3mm or less. No unit to exceed 5mm warpage.
FBS — FACE BRICK STANDARD
They can be used for all general masonry projects. Tolerances are not as strict as with FBX bricks but the brick is still of a high quality.
Clay bricks that are selected or produced for their durability and uniformity of size and shape.
Tolerances in work sizes (Length, Width, Height):
Individual Unit: 7mm, 4mm, 4mm
Average Dimension: 3.5mm, 2mm, 2mm
Warpage: No individual unit to exceed 5mm warpage.
FBA — FACE BRICK AESTHETIC
Wider tolerances are allowed on FBA bricks (also called semi-face bricks). They are a popular choice where a rough or more rustic look is required.
Clay bricks that are selected or produced for their durability and aesthetic effect deriving from non-uniformity of size, shape, or colour.
Tolerances in work sizes (Length, Width, Height):
Individual Unit: No requirement
Average Dimension: No requirement
Warpage: No requirement
NFP — NON FACING PLASTERED
Clay bricks suitable for general building work that is to be plastered.
Tolerances in work sizes (Length, Width, Height):
Individual Unit:
Average Dimension:
Warpage:
NFX — NON FACING EXTRA
Clay bricks suitable for use, plastered, for general building work where durability rather than aesthetics is the key selection criteria: below damp-proof course or under damp conditions or below ground level.
Tolerances in work sizes (Length, Width, Height):
Individual Unit:
Average Dimension:
Warpage: