Black Bricks

Paris Black — Unique Range (UK-NF 215×102.5×65 mm)
Deep black waterstruck face with a full-cover black engobe for consistent, design-led façades. Includes technical spec and data sheet.

Berlin Black — Unique Range (coal-fired variation)
Waterstruck, deep black body with subtle variation created by coal added during firing—ideal for characterful but refined elevations.
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Black Linear — Ultima Linear (468×108×38 mm)
Design-led linear black brick for crisp horizontals and reduced vertical joints. Published spec includes F2 durability and an estimate of 42 pcs/m² (10 mm joints).

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• Uniform, ultra-clean look → Paris Black (waterstruck + full engobe) for depth and consistency.
• Refined movement/character → Berlin Black for coal-fired tonal play across the façade.
• Sleek, modern lines → Black Linear (Ultima) to emphasise long coursing and elegant shadow play, with clear published spec.
  Design note: Mortar colour and joint profile strongly influence perceived tone—lighter mortars increase contrast; colour-matched/darker mortars read more monolithic.

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Are black bricks more expensive?

Sometimes, but not always. At UK Brick, price is usually driven more by the brick range, format (standard vs linear), and manufacturing/finish (e.g., waterstruck texture, engobe finish, specialist firing) than colour alone. The most accurate way to compare is to shortlist the exact black bricks you want and price them against your quantity and delivery postcode.

What are black bricks?

Black bricks are clay facing bricks specified for a deep, dark finish—often used on modern homes, extensions and feature elevations. UK Brick supplies black bricks in different styles, including waterstruck (more texture/character) and wirecut/linear options (cleaner, sharper lines).

Are all bricks in the UK red?

No. While red brick is common in the UK, there are many other brick colours depending on local clay, manufacturing, and architectural preferences—such as buff, brown, black, grey, white and green. UK Brick supplies multiple colour families because different projects need different tones, textures and levels of variation.

What makes a brick black?

Different products achieve “black” in different ways. At UK Brick, black can be created through special firing methods (including processes that deepen the body tone) and/or surface finishes such as a black engobe (a mineral slip/finish) used to produce a strong, consistent dark appearance. The exact method depends on the brick range and the finish you’re specifying.

Are black bricks actually black or more like charcoal?

Both exist. UK Brick’s black ranges include options that read as true deep black and others that sit closer to charcoal/grey-black, often with subtle tonal movement. The best way to confirm is to order samples and view them outdoors, because light and texture change how “black” the wall reads.

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Browse Paris Black, Berlin Black and Black Linear, request samples, and download data sheets. For project-specific advice on bonds, joints, logistics or matching adjacent materials, contact our team.