Reclaimed Facing Bricks
Facing Bricks – Original Reclaimed Bricks
Explore Our Full Range of Brick Slips – Reclaimed & New
Looking to transform your space with the timeless appeal of exposed brick? At Reclaimed Brick-Tile, we offer a curated range of brick slips to suit every style.
From authentic reclaimed bricks with decades of history, to crisp new blends perfect for modern interiors.
Whether you’re renovating a rustic cottage, designing an industrial-chic feature wall, or fitting out a commercial setting,
our brick slips give you the look and feel of real brickwork without the need for full-depth bricks.
Our Reclaimed London Yellow Brick Slips and Barnstock Multi are popular for their heritage tones and aged textures, ideal for period properties and traditional schemes. Meanwhile, our Reclaimed Blend Brick Slips offer a contemporary mix of colours perfect for modern spaces seeking warmth and texture.
Need help choosing the right product?
Order a brick slip sample to see how the colours and finishes look in your space.
We highly recommend this step to ensure a perfect match before committing to a larger order.
Not sure how to install brick slips?
Our brick slip installation Q&A answers all the common queries, from adhesive types to sealants and grouting tips.
Whether reclaimed or new heritage bricks, our brick slips bring authenticity, charm, and character to any room.
Explore the full collection today and find the perfect fit for your project.
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Reclaimed Facing Bricks
Authentic Character for Traditional & Modern Builds
Reclaimed facing bricks are prized for their ability to bring genuine character, history, and architectural credibility to a project. Salvaged from historic British buildings, these bricks display natural weathering, aged textures, and subtle colour variation that simply cannot be replicated by modern manufacturing. Whether used for restoration work, period extensions, or characterful new builds, reclaimed facing bricks offer an authentic finish that enhances both traditional and contemporary designs.
Often referred to as stock bricks, reclaimed facing bricks were originally produced for visible brickwork and façades. As a result, they were made with durability and appearance in mind. Decades of exposure to the elements have softened their edges and matured their surfaces, creating a naturally timeworn aesthetic that blends seamlessly with older properties while adding depth and warmth to new construction.
A Natural Choice for Heritage & Period Properties
Reclaimed facing bricks are particularly well suited to Victorian, Edwardian, and early 20th-century architecture, where matching the original materials is essential. Their aged appearance allows extensions, repairs, and infill work to integrate harmoniously with existing masonry, avoiding the stark contrast often caused by new bricks. They are widely used for house extensions, garden walls, boundary walls, façades, porches, and conservation-led developments where visual consistency matters.
Because these bricks have already stood the test of time, they bring reassurance as well as character. Their proven durability makes them a reliable option for structural and non-structural applications alike, offering both aesthetic and practical value.
Regional Character & Traditional Brickmaking
Many reclaimed facing bricks originate from regionally distinct brickworks, each with its own clay composition, firing method, and colour profile. Variations in tone, texture, and finish reflect local materials and historic manufacturing techniques, giving each batch a unique identity. From deeper reds and warm oranges to softer buff and mixed hues, reclaimed facing bricks showcase the diversity of Britain’s architectural heritage.
These natural differences are not flaws but defining features.
They add visual richness and help brickwork feel established, lived-in, and authentic rather than uniform or artificial.
Imperial & Metric Sizes for Accurate Matching
Reclaimed facing bricks are available in both imperial and metric sizes, making them suitable for a wide range of projects. Imperial bricks, typically taller than modern metric bricks, are essential when working on older buildings where matching existing coursing is critical.
Using the correct brick size ensures clean alignment, consistent mortar lines, and a professional finish that respects the original structure.
Where required, metric reclaimed bricks can also be used for modern projects that still demand character and visual warmth,
offering flexibility without compromising on authenticity.
Sustainable, Responsible Building Materials
Choosing reclaimed facing bricks is not only an aesthetic decision but an environmentally responsible one. By reusing existing materials, reclaimed bricks reduce demand for new clay extraction and energy-intensive firing processes. This supports more sustainable construction practices while preserving valuable historic resources that would otherwise be lost.
Each reclaimed brick contributes to a circular building economy, combining heritage preservation with modern sustainability goals.
Quality Control & Brick Matching Support
All reclaimed facing bricks supplied through RB-T are carefully hand-sorted, cleaned, and prepared to ensure consistent quality and usability. Natural variation is expected and encouraged, but unsuitable or damaged bricks are removed to maintain reliable standards across each batch.
If you are unsure which facing brick type best suits your project, you can send clear photos and basic measurements of your existing brickwork to our team. We can help identify the most appropriate reclaimed option and advise on the closest available match to achieve a cohesive, well-finished result.
Explore the Reclaimed Facing Brick Collection
Reclaimed facing bricks offer a rare combination of durability, character, and architectural authenticity. Whether you are restoring a period property, extending an older home, or introducing heritage texture into a new build, this collection provides timeless materials with a story built into every brick.
Browse our the range to find reclaimed facing bricks that bring depth, warmth, and lasting character to your project.
Or view our wider range of reclaimed bricks at RBC for more choice.