FBX Face Bricks for Sale in Gauteng and South Africa
Explore our range of FBX face bricks for residential, commercial and architectural projects requiring durable exposed masonry with a high degree of consistency. FBX, meaning Face Brick Extra, is the premium face-brick classification used for clay bricks selected or manufactured for their durability and uniformity of size, shape and colour.
FBX clay face bricks are suitable for contemporary homes, commercial buildings, boundary walls, entrances, façades and interior feature walls. Their controlled dimensions and consistent appearance make them particularly useful when clean brick lines, accurate jointing and a refined finished wall are important.
Brick Tile Shop supplies FBX face bricks to projects throughout Johannesburg, Pretoria, Centurion, Midrand, the East Rand, West Rand and the wider Gauteng region. Delivery quotations can also be arranged for North West, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, the Free State and other South African destinations, subject to product availability and transport requirements.
FBX face bricks are durable burnt-clay bricks produced or selected to provide a high degree of uniformity in size, shape and colour. They are designed for visible masonry where the brick surface forms part of the finished building and will normally remain exposed rather than being covered with plaster.
The FBX classification falls within the South African classification system for burnt-clay face bricks. However, colours, dimensions, compressive strength, water absorption, exposure-zone suitability and bricks per square metre can differ between individual products. Always check the relevant product specifications before placing a final order.
Why Choose Face Brick Extra?
Consistent appearance
FBX bricks provide a high degree of uniformity in colour, size and shape.
Neat exposed masonry
Their controlled appearance supports straight brick lines and consistent mortar joints.
Interior and exterior applications
Suitable products can be used for façades, boundary walls and interior feature walls.
Extensive design selection
Choose from contemporary, traditional and earthy fired-clay colours.
Different textures
Depending on the product, finishes may include satin, smooth, travertine or artisanal textures.
Finished wall surface
Face-brick walls generally do not require plastering or painting when correctly specified and constructed.
Popular Uses for FBX Clay Face Bricks
FBX face bricks can be specified for:
Residential house façades
Commercial and retail buildings
Schools, offices and housing developments
Boundary and garden walls
Entrance walls and architectural features
Interior exposed-brick feature walls
Appropriately specified fireplace surrounds
Contemporary and traditional brick architecture
For exterior applications, confirm the manufacturer's exposure-zone recommendation for the specific brick. Coastal, industrial or unusually wet environments may require particular technical characteristics.
FBX Face-Brick Colours and Textures
FBX face bricks are available in numerous colour families, including black, charcoal, grey, silver-grey, cream, gold, buff, brown, red, terracotta and blended fired-clay tones. Available textures may range from smooth satin finishes to deeply textured travertine and artisanal surfaces.
Although FBX bricks provide greater uniformity than other face-brick classifications, fired-clay products can still display natural variations between production batches. Product photographs and display boards should therefore be treated as guides.
Where the final colour is important, request samples and construct an on-site sample panel showing the proposed brick, mortar colour and joint profile. Ordering the required quantity from a compatible production batch will also help maintain a consistent finished appearance.
FBX Face-Brick Calculator
Use the following quantities for an initial face-brick estimate:
Estimated bricks required per square metre of wall area:
55face bricks per m² single-skin wall
110face bricks per m² double-skin wall
Single-Skin Wall Calculation
Wall area in m² × 55 = estimated number of FBX face bricks
Double-Skin Wall Calculation
Wall area in m² × 110 = estimated number of FBX face bricks
Example Calculation for a 100 m² Wall
Single-skin wall: 100 × 55 = approximately 5,500 FBX face bricks
Double-skin wall: 100 × 110 = approximately 11,000 FBX face bricks
Calculate the net wall area after deducting major door and window openings. A separate allowance should then be made for cutting, breakages, detailed brickwork and site conditions.
Some FBX products have non-standard dimensions and different coverage rates. Always confirm the final quantity against the dimensions and coverage stated on the selected product page.
FBX vs FBS and FBA Face Bricks
FBX – Face Brick Extra
FBX bricks provide the highest degree of uniformity in size, shape and colour among the common face-brick classifications. They are suited to projects where a controlled and refined appearance is required.
FBS – Face Brick Standard
FBS bricks are durable face bricks offering uniformity of size and shape, but their permitted tolerances are generally less strict than those applied to FBX products.
FBA – Face Brick Aesthetic
FBA bricks, sometimes associated with semi-face or rustic brickwork, use variations in size, shape or colour to create a deliberate aesthetic effect.
How to Select the Correct FBX Brick
Consider more than colour when comparing FBX face bricks. Review the following information for every shortlisted product:
Brick dimensions and coverage per square metre
Face-brick classification
Texture and natural colour variation
Compressive-strength information
Water absorption and moisture-expansion information
Exposure-zone suitability
Available production batch and quantity
Special shapes and corner-brick availability
Product price, transport and site-access requirements
The architect's, engineer's or manufacturer's specification should take priority where particular structural or exposure performance is required.
FBX Face Brick Delivery in Gauteng
Request delivery pricing for FBX face bricks in Pretoria, Johannesburg, Centurion, Midrand, Sandton, Randburg, Roodepoort, Krugersdorp, Germiston, Boksburg, Benoni, Kempton Park, Alberton and surrounding Gauteng areas.
For projects in North West, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, the Free State or elsewhere in South Africa, provide the exact delivery location and required quantity so that transport availability and delivered pricing can be calculated accurately.
Frequently Asked Questions About FBX Face Bricks
What does FBX stand for?
FBX stands for Face Brick Extra. It describes durable clay face bricks possessing a high degree of uniformity in size, shape and colour.
Do FBX face bricks need to be plastered?
No. FBX bricks are intended primarily for exposed masonry where the visible brick forms the finished wall surface. Correct workmanship and joint finishing remain essential.
Can FBX face bricks be used outside?
Many FBX face bricks are manufactured for exterior applications, but exposure suitability differs between products. Check the manufacturer's exposure-zone and technical information before specifying the brick.
How many FBX face bricks are used per square metre?
Use approximately 55 face bricks per m² for a single-skin wall and 110 face bricks per m² for a double-skin wall as preliminary estimates. Confirm the coverage rate when using slimline, maxi or other non-standard brick sizes.
Should FBX face bricks be ordered from the same batch?
Where possible, order enough bricks from a compatible production batch for the complete project. Natural clay and firing variations can result in colour differences between batches.
What information is needed for an accurate quotation?
Provide the selected product name, required quantity, delivery suburb, site-access information and preferred delivery date. If the quantity is unknown, send the approximate wall measurements and indicate whether the wall is single-skin or double-skin.
Request an FBX Face-Brick Quote
Compare the FBX face bricks displayed in this category and select products that suit your preferred colour, texture and project specification. Contact Brick Tile Shop for current prices, product availability, quantity assistance and a delivery quotation for Gauteng or another South African project location.
