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The Ibstock Anglian Beacon Sahara facing brick (A0258A) delivers a warm, subtle buff colour with a light rusticated texture, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of external brickwork. Its refined appearance works particularly well in contemporary builds, extensions, and projects where a clean, neutral finish is desired.
Manufactured by Ibstock — one of the UK’s most trusted brick makers — this brick combines traditional quality with modern performance, meeting relevant standards for strength, weather resistance, and dimensional accuracy.
Buff facing brick with subtle colour variation and a light rusticated finish
65mm standard height for compatibility with traditional UK brickwork
Wirecut profile for dependable mortar key and consistent courses
Durable clay construction suited to external applications
Rot-resistant and frost-proof performance for long-lasting build quality
Vertically perforated configuration for easier handling and laying
Packed in ~360–500s for transport and storage, sold individually to suit your order size
External walls on residential builds
Extensions and renovation projects
Contemporary architectural brickwork
Feature walling and boundary walls
Light commercial construction
Based on manufacturer-verified performance data:
Brick Type: Facing Brick
Product Code: A0258A
Colour: Buff / Sahara tones
Finish: Light rusticated texture
Dimensions (L × W × H): 215 × 102 × 65 mm
Material: Clay
Pack Size: Typically ~360–500 units
Compressive Strength: ~45 N/mm²
Water Absorption: ~12 %
Durability Classification: F2 (High frost resistance)
Active Soluble Salts: S2 (Low)
Configuration: Vertically perforated (approx. 23–28 % voids)
Dimensional Tolerance: T2 / R1
Manufacturing Standard: BS EN 771-1 compliant
We supply well-specified facing bricks selected for both their aesthetic qualities and reliable on-site performance. The Anglian Beacon Sahara brick combines a warm, neutral buff colour with confirmed high frost resistance and low soluble salt content — making it a dependable choice for brickwork that looks great and stands the test of time.
