ET Bricks and other brick manufacturers

Bricks direct from ET Bricks and some of the leading brick manufacturers around

ET Bricks can source virtually any brick you want. We have been leading the way as a brick merchant for many years and not only manufacture superior quality bricks, we supply them from other renowned brick manufacturers too, so our customers can be certain of getting the bricks they want.

The brick manufacturers whose bricks we currently stock are:

  • Ibstock: have 20 factories nationwide and a range of over 500 different bricks and rainscreen cladding systems.
  • Hanson UK: produce bricks and a range of building products. They are a part of the HeidelbergCement Group.
  • Wienerberger: Bricks, Blocks, Pavers & Roof Tiles
  • Freshfield Lane: produces a wide selection of clamp-fired stock facing bricks.
  • Desimpel UK: facing and inner wall bricks.
  • Charnwood Forest Bricks: producer of traditionally handmade bricks and specials.
  • All About Bricks: independent suppliers of high quality clay facing bricks.

Other brick manufacturer details

All About Bricks

Over the past 15 years all about bricks has grown to become one of the UK’s largest independent suppliers of high quality clay facing bricks. With seven major distribution depots and several smaller hubs located across the UK and Ireland we maintain a permanent stock holding of some 6 million bricks for fast and dependable deliveries.


Bovingdon Brickworks Ltd

Bovingdon Brickworks is renowned for its wonderful range of genuine handmade, machine made Berry-multi facing bricks, special bricks and arches. Situated in the Chilterns, we at Bovingdon Brickworks manufacture crafted bricks from our own sustainable clay beds, which are fired in our traditional kilns producing a vibrant and unique range of colours from flaming orange to subtle grey to gentle brown. They come in an extensive range of sizes. Bovingdon genuine bench-moulded handmade bricks are thrown by local master-craftsmen using the traditional methods that give each brick an individual beauty and character of its own. Whether used for a new-build or renovation or extension Bovingdon bricks have a highly desirable charm and character and will help to make your home unique.


Bulmer Brick and Tile Co Ltd

Bulmer bricks are made from the finest London Clays, dug from our seams almost continually since Tudor times. All Bulmer bricks are hand made, using traditional methods of making, drying and are fired in a coal burning, down draught kiln. This helps to give the distinctive finish that blends so well with the originals. The process takes time – something to consider at the project planning stage.


Carlton Brick

Carlton Brick Manufacturers are a privately owned clay brick factory in Yorkshire. Based at Grimethorpe, near Barnsley, bricks have been made on the site for at least 125 years. We manufacture about 35 million bricks every year, with the factory running seven days a week throughout the year – apart from at Christmas.


Charnwood Forest Bricks

As the United Kindoms largest producer of traditionally handmade bricks and specials, we produce approximately 3 million bricks each year from our manufacturing base at Leicestershire.

Renowned for their quality and tailored to exacting specifications for finish and durability, we create and hand craft them to fit your exact needs. They excel in conservation areas, prestigious new builds, inspired architecture and congruent extensions, designed to perform as beautifully as they look, enhancing our built environment. Charnwood offers an unrivalled range of colours and can also supply all products in both metric and imperial sizes.


Coleford Brick & Tile

All our products are hand thrown by local craftsmen using traditional moulds and locally sourced clay. This enables us to make facing bricks, British standard specials and bespoke products of exceptional strength and durability, unequalled by any other British Handmade.


Desimpel Bricks UK

Three new soft-mud bricks have been added to Wienerberger’s stunning Desimpel range.

  1. Olde Horsham
  2. Olde Cranleigh
  3. Olde Henfield

Following the incorporation of Desimpel in March 2010, the worlds biggest brick manufacturer vowed to build on its success with the development of new products. The addition of the Olde Horsham, the Olde Cranleigh and the Olde Henfield, increases the choice available within the handformatic portfolio to 19.


Freshfield Lane Bricks

Freshfield Lane produces a wide selection of clamp-fired stock facing bricks in a range of appealing colours and richly variable textures, available in machine made or traditional handmade finishes. To complement your project we also manufacture a range of special shaped bricks and clay pavers.

Combining the latest technology with the traditional manufacturing method of ‘clamp-firing’, Freshfield Lane produces and supplies over 32 million stock bricks and pavers to the construction industry from our manufacturing base at Danehill in Sussex.


Furness Brick & Tile Co Ltd

Established in 1845, Furness Brick is an independent family-run brick manufacturer, specialising in the production of traditional pressed, clamp and handmade facing bricks and pavers. As well as producing a standard range of facing bricks, our years of brick-making expertise enables us to manufacture bespoke blends, weathered bricks , non-standard and imperial sizes in a wide variety of colours and textures.


Hanson UK

Hanson Building Products Ltd produce aggregates such as crushed rock, sand and gravel, ready-mixed and precast concrete, asphalt, cement and cement-related materials, bricks and a range of building products.


HG Matthews Ltd

As manufacturers and suppliers of hand made bricks and machine-made bricks since 1923, using local clay and traditional firing processes, H.G. Matthews are proud to play their role in supporting the heritage of the Chilterns and the heritage of our nation.


Ibstock Brick Ltd

Ibstock takes its name from the original base in the village of Ibstock in Leicestershire, where the Company headquarters is still situated. Brickmaking has taken place on the site as far back as 1830. In 1899, the Company was registered as Ibstock Collieries Ltd. Its principal activity was coal mining as well as quarrying clay for the manufacture of bricks and pavers.


Ketley Brick Co Ltd

Have a product range of Bricks, Brick Slips, Plain Pavers, Patterned Pavers, Brick Specials, Paver Specials, Quarry Tiles, Creasing Tiles.


Matclad Ltd

Matclad Ltd is a family owned brick making business recognised by the Brick Development Association (BDA) as a brick maker and is currently the only member who specialises in purpose manufactured brick slips.


Michelmersh Brick Holdings PLC

Michelmersh Brick Holdings PLC is a business with five leading market brands: Blockleys, Charnwood, Freshfield Lane, Michelmersh and Hathern Terra Cotta. These divisions operate within a fully integrated business combining the manufacture of clay bricks, tiles and pavers. The Group also includes a landfill operator, New Acres Limited, and seeks to develop future landfill and development opportunities on ancillary land assets.


Mugridge AJ Bricks

Descended from the early 19th century itinerant brick maker Thomas Boycott, Tony Mugridge is the last itinerant (or travelling) brick maker in the British Isles and one of only a handful of such people worldwide. He learned his craft in the early 1970’s from former Broseley brick and tile makers, before going on to produce bricks in his own right using the traditional ‘country system’ in 1981.


Northcot Brick Ltd

Northcot is one of the very few brickworks that still takes clay from the same quarry used over the centuries. That clay is thousands of years old. When fired in Northcot’s traditional coal-fired kilns they produce an intense base colour and result in an exciting range of naturally-coloured quality bricks with an enduring finish.


WH Collier

We use our own locally dug clay to produce most of the range of bricks, special shapes and fireplace briquettes. A locally sourced red firing clay is brought in for our new Aldeburgh range of bricks.


WienerBerger Bricks

Wienerberger has been present in the UK for a number of years and is particularly known for its Terca brand of clay facing bricks. The Wienerberger group has been manufacturing quality clay building products since 1819 when we opened our first factory in Vienna, Austria. Currently Wienerberger operates a total of 214 plants in 30 countries and has approximately 13,800 employees.


York Handmade Bricks

The York Handmade Brick Company is based in Alne just North of York and has been making bricks here for over 70 years. Since 1988 when the company was established, we have spent almost £2million in building and maintaining the most up-to-date facilities for producing our individual, handmade products.


ET make their own bricks too!

ET Clay Products Ltd, often referred to as ET Bricks, are the largest specialist brick merchant in the South of the United Kingdom. If it’s bricks you’re after, ET Bricks are the go to company for thousands of builders, both commercial and domestic.

ET Bricks have over 250 different types of bricks in stock across our depots.

Below are just a few of the bricks that are manufactured by ET Clay Products Ltd:

Tyneham Restoration Red Imperial Brick

These bricks are exclusive and only from ET Clay Products Ltd.

They are a traditional red stock brick that is suitable for new builds and refurbishment projects. They come in an imperial size format, making them ideal for matching to existing brickwork. These bricks are manufactured on traditional Berry Press machine and are an excellent alternative to original soft red bricks used in historic buildings.

Stratford Yellow Brick

The Stratford Yellow Imperial is a Solus brick made for ET Clay. The brick is produced in order to look like a genuine reclaim but benefits from having a higher consistency with size and quality.

Estuary Multi Yellow Reclaimed Brick

Introducing the Estuary Multi Yellow Reclaimed Brick which is only available from ET Clay Products Ltd.

These are a traditional London Yellow Stock brick that are ideal for new build and refurbishment projects. They are made from brick earth from the banks of the River Thames.

They have an advanced manufacturing process and offer lower wastage than reclaimed bricks

Topaz Brick

A lovely multi coloured clay brick with a pleasant textured finish. They come in a pack size of 680.

Brick Articles

At ET Clay Products we have years of experience relating to all aspects of brick supply and usage. We have created a list of articles which we hope will be of use to our clients and the general public.

Antique or contemporary bricks for any build

When you are looking for the perfect brick for your building project, you will want to consider several factors. Firstly, you will need to ensure that you have the freedom to choose the brick colour and maybe even style fits in with the aesthetic of your area. Some areas only permit building with a certain colour of brick. Secondly, the texture is a consideration.

Brick built barbecues last a lifetime

As the weather warms up and the evenings get longer, many peoples minds turn toward that great summertime tradition, where the man of the house dons his apron and reverts back to his inner caveman to cook meat outdoors.

Brick built property extensions

Most people would like some extra room at home, whether it be for an extra bedroom, a bigger lounge or kitchen or even a hobby room. However, fewer people can afford to move house these days so they look for ways to improve their existing property.

Brick matching for all building projects

A frequent problem when making additions to any brick building is matching the bricks that were used to construct the original building. Whether the addition is an extension or a garage, the challenge will always be to source bricks that match the original ones.

Brick Matching Service from ET Bricks

How many times have you thought about adding to an existing brickwork construction, but have held back because you couldn't find the exact same bricks to match? Here at ET Bricks we are frequently getting enquiries from people who want to add on to an existing wall, or replace bricks that have been damaged by drilling.

Brick slips for that classic look

How many times have you watched a movie where the home set is in a converted factory or warehouse? Vast open plan spaces to live in with the charm of bare brick walls.

Brick sustainability

Bricks have been used for building countless structures over many thousands of years because of they last for so long and are very durable. This and a number of other factors make them a sought after building material and contribute to their inherent sustainability.

Bricks and their different applications

There are many thousands of different types of bricks, they cover an ever increasing range of coulours and finishes but they can be broken down into a handful of basic types. The majority of these bricks are made from clay and are fired in a kiln.

Bricks around the world

Bricks of one kind or another have been manufactured from many different materials throughout the ages. Whether they be for the construction of a simple dwelling hut to a grand cathedral, bricks have been the staple building material for many centuries. The manufacturing process may change from location to location, but the overall use of bricks has remained pretty constant.

Bricks in so many different colours

Depending on where you live, you may be restricted to a particular colour of brick for your property. The Olde Welwyn brick is a good example. A mellow red that is mixed with 25% grey tones to provide a mature weathered look, textured to give a traditional handcrafted appearance. These bicks form the bulk of properties in the Welwyn village and its larger neighbouring town of Welwyn Garden City, with very few exceptions.

Bricks inside as well as out

We all know that bricks are used extensively around the world to make dwelling houses and office buildings. We are also well aware that there are many different styles and colours of brick for such building projects. What many seem to be unaware of is just how good bricks can be when used as an interior building material.

Bricks: More than just a building block!

Rarely do we walk down the street and pay any particular attention to bricks. Bricks are everywhere and we generally take them for granted, why? Probably the reason we ignore bricks is because we are so used to looking at them on our own house when in the garden, or the view through the front or rear windows of our property may look directly at a very similar, if not the same type of build. Many people would think that a brick is just a brick, maybe different colours exist, but that's about as far as the changes go. In fact, the humble brick has more diversity and heritage than most would give it credit for.

Bricks: The best house building material

When it comes to choosing the right sort of building material for your house renovation or building project, what is the best material to go for? Brick and wood are practical choices as building materials for homes. They also come in a massive variety of colours, finishes, treatments and styles. Brick and wood are natural to look at and very durable and they insulate well too. You can build a house from all bricks, one from wood panelling or a mixture of both. What factors should affect your decision though when deciding what building material to use?

Dampening bricks before laying versus using dry bricks

Should you speak to any bricklayer worth their salt, they will tell you about the benefits of dampening any absorbent bricks before laying them!

Decorative bricks in and around the home

When most of us think of a brick, we tend to think of a red lump of fired earth that is used to build houses. Not very inspiring, but practical nonetheless!

Different uses for house bricks

Should someone ask you to think of the most obvious use for a brick, your mind would most probably start to focus on house building and the construction industry in general. Bricks are without a doubt used for building more than any other use, but just what else could the humble brick be used for?

Efflorescence on bricks: The causes, prevention and cure

We have probably all seen it! That nasty white powdery coating that spoils the look of brick buildings. A recent development of luxury home in Hertfordshire looked amazing when they were finished, but within a short space of time, the majority of these attractive red brick dwellings were white with efflorescence. So what is the cause of this phenomenon and what can be done to prevent or cure it?

ET Bricks and other brick manufacturers

ET Bricks can source virtually any brick you want. We have been leading the way as a brick merchant for many years and not only manufacture superior quality bricks, we supply them from other renowned brick manufacturers too, so our customers can be certain of getting the bricks they want.

ET Clay Products and Wienerberger: The perfect partnership

ET Bricks can source virtually any brick you want. We have been leading the way as a brick merchant for many years and not only manufacture superior quality bricks, we supply them from other renowned brick manufacturers too, so our customers can be certain of getting the bricks they want.

Facade and Cladding Information

A facade is the front or face of anything,  but the term is mainly reserved to refer to a building. Facade is a pretty common word that is used for anything that changes the face of anything. The exterior face of a building which is the architectural front, is sometimes distinguished from the other faces by more elaborate architectural or ornamental details.

Glazed bricks for that extra splash of colour

Glazed bricks have been used to great effect in many building projects over the years. They can really stamp the property with its own unique look and feel when incorporated into a period restoration project.

News of a UK house brick shortage: ET Bricks have the answer

It has been claimed recently in the media that Britain is currently facing a shortage of house bricks! The sudden flurry of house building activity following the recession has been blamed for the severe lack of house bricks available.

Quality Indian Sandstone

When people think about having a new patio, they are faced with a bewildering array of paving slabs to choose from. Many of the slabs for sale at the local DIY centre look great, but are they really up to the job?

Reclaimed house bricks

If you are you building a new property or possibly even refurbishing an old property, you may have considered using reclaimed bricks.

Reconstructed, Reconstituted, Artificial and Synthetic Stone

It's no just bricks that ET Clay Products are famous for, we have a vast range of cast stone and it really is taking off in a way we knew it always would! Cast Stone is often referred to by different names such as reconstructed stone, reconstituted stone, artificial stone, synthetic stone, manufactured stone and art or artistic stone. The two most popular names the buying public use for this product seems to be reconstructed stone and reconstituted stone, but the industry term for it remains 'cast stone'.

Special shape bricks for all your building projects from ET Bricks

When somebody thinks of a brick wall, they tend to imagine a flat vertical surface constructed of bricks, but depending on the design or terrain, it can be so much more!

Special shaped bricks

There’s far more to bricks than just the standard shapes! Imagine how monotonous architecture would be if all buildings were constructed from standard bricks.

The history of bricks and brickmaking

Bricks are without doubt, one of the oldest known building materials. They date back to 7000 BC where they were first found in southern Turkey and around the city of Jericho. The first bricks were sun dried and made from mud. Fired bricks were found to be more resistant to the harsher weather conditions, which made them a far more reliable brick to be used in the construction of permanent buildings, where mud bricks would not have been sufficient. Fired bricks were also very useful for absorbing any heat generated throughout the day, and releasing it at night.

What type of bricks are available from ET Clay Products

If there's one thing we really know about at ET Clay Products, it's bricks! We stock literally thousands of bricks in every conceivable size, shape, colour and texture. Choosing the right brick for your building project can be pretty daunting when you are faced with such a massive assortment of bricks, but then that's why we have friendly and experienced staff always on hand to help that process go smoothly.

Wienerberger Dartmoor Heather Brick

The Wienerberger Dartmoor Heather Brick is a glorious red brick that has been a perennial favourite with our customers for quite some time. The enduring qualities of this versatile brick are the reason why customers continuously ask for this particular brick over many others.

Wienerberger Peak Bordeaux Brick

The Wienerberger Peak Bordeaux brick is a glorious red multi brick that is ideal for so many building projects that require a naturally rustic looking red brick.

Why build with bricks

A home that has been constructed out of bricks displays more than just a style. The bricks allow you to offer a personal reflection of the people who live in the property. With bricks the designs are endless, there are so many wonderful finishes that can be achieved. You can transform your home into a beautiful, living experience with countless ways to have bricks make a real statement about the sort of person you are. It really depends on the sort of look and feel you want to achieve, a classic or modern design, one that is quietly understated with traditional lines or boldly announced in a look that could well be years into the future. The simple fact is that bricks, unlike any other building material can make for an unmistakably individual home.

Why use weathered bricks?

At ET Clay Products, we frequently receive enquiries from customers regarding weathered bricks. There are many reasons why a client will need bricks that have a weathered appearance. Probably the most obvious reason for wanting weathered bricks will be for an extension to an existing brick built building.

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