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Pre War Common

Imperial Bricks

Pre War Common features a characteristic red and orange base, pale flashings and dark overburns with each having a distinctive and unique face.

These hydraulically-pressed bricks were popular for 19th and 20th century housing across North West England.

Our Pre War Common is available in metric 65mm size.

Specifications

Others
540
Compressive strength
Mean – 44.8 N/MM²
Water absorption (%)
Mean - 22%
Dimensions
215 x 102 x 65mm
Others
T2
Others
R2
Freeze/thaw resistance
F1
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