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3255 · Handstruck · Danish format

Red Shade

A handstruck red with a strong sanded texture. Brick red runs into orange, rust and charred brown, which gives a wall depth and movement.

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Technical data
FormatDanish format, 228 x 108 x 54 mm (DoP)
Bricks per m²About 64 (Matzen)
StructureHandstruck
Colour groupRed
Compressive strengthMean 18 MPa, normalised 14 MPa (DoP)
Water absorptionMax 15%
Gross dry density1550 kg/m³
Dimensional toleranceTm(6;5;3)
Initial rate of absorption2.8 ± 0.5 kg/m² per minute
Reaction to fireA1
Freeze thaw durabilityF2
Active soluble saltsS2
Made atCarl Matzens Teglværk, Egernsund
Declaration of PerformanceCM-59, to EN 771-1
EPDNEPD-12065-12062 (Red bricks, Carl Matzens Teglværk)
Supply in AustraliaImported to order by Prolific Stone. 16 weeks* (*typical, from confirmed order to Melbourne; confirmed in writing with your quote).

Colour and texture vary from brick to brick and between production batches, which is part of the character of a Matzen brick. Always approve a sample before ordering. Source: Matzen Tegl product page and Declaration of Performance.

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