Fixing and buying guide
Smeed Dean London Stock Brick 215 x 102.5 x 65mm A1 Class (500 Per Pack)
What you are buying
You are purchasing a pack of 500 Smeed Dean London Stock bricks. London Stock bricks are a traditional clay product prized for their warm, mottled appearance and proven durability in UK masonry construction. The A1 classification confirms these bricks meet the highest standards for strength, frost resistance, and dimensional accuracy. Each brick is a full-size unit at 215 x 102.5 x 65mm, the standard metric brick size used throughout the UK.
- 500 bricks per pack
- Dimensions: 215 x 102.5 x 65mm (metric standard)
- Material: Traditional clay
- Classification: A1 (highest quality grade)
- Suitable for external and internal masonry work
Who these bricks are for
These bricks are designed for professional builders, bricklayers, and experienced DIY customers undertaking substantial masonry projects. They are particularly suited to those restoring period properties, constructing new buildings where traditional appearance is specified, or any project where authentic London Stock character and proven performance are essential. The A1 classification makes them suitable for exposed positions and demanding applications.
- Professional bricklayers and builders
- Heritage and restoration projects
- New build where traditional aesthetics are required
- Customers seeking proven durability and consistency
Quantity and coverage
One pack contains 500 bricks. Brick coverage depends on your mortar joint thickness and bonding pattern. As a guide, approximately 60 bricks are required per square metre when laid in a standard stretcher bond with 10mm mortar joints. Calculate your total brick requirement by multiplying your wall area in square metres by 60, then divide by 500 to determine the number of packs needed. Always order slightly extra to account for breakage and future repairs.
- Pack size: 500 bricks
- Approximate coverage: 60 bricks per square metre (10mm joints, stretcher bond)
- Order extra for breakage and future maintenance
- Confirm your specific coverage with your bricklayer or architect if using non-standard joints
Pre-installation checks and preparation
Before commencing brickwork, inspect bricks for damage and ensure they are stored in dry conditions. Check that your mortar specification is compatible with London Stock bricks and that you have adequate lime content for traditional clay brickwork. Confirm all materials, including sand and cement, are on site and that weather conditions are suitable for laying (avoid frost and excessive rain). Ensure your substrate or foundation is level, properly prepared, and capable of supporting the masonry load.
- Inspect bricks on delivery for damage
- Store bricks under cover in dry conditions
- Verify mortar specification suits traditional clay bricks
- Check foundation or substrate is level and prepared
- Confirm weather conditions are suitable for laying
- Have all supporting materials (sand, cement, lime) on site