Linear bricks are defined by their extended length and slender 38mm height, which shifts the visual emphasis of brickwork from vertical rhythm to horizontal flow. In practice, that means longer, cleaner lines across elevations and a more contemporary “layered” appearance—especially effective on large façades, crisp openings, banding details, and feature panels where the brick itself becomes a design tool. Because the format is consistent across the range, you can select colour and texture for the aesthetic you want while keeping the same overall proportions and coursing effect.
View Our linear RangeLinear bricks (often called long format bricks) are elongated, low-height facing bricks designed to create strong horizontal lines and a refined, contemporary façade.
UK Brick’s long format option is the Ultima Linear range, made as waterstruck units in a consistent 468 × 108 × 38 mm format—ideal when you want cleaner shadow lines, crisp coursing and a more “architectural” proportion than standard bricks.
Check below to explore colours and textures within Ultima Linear, or compare the look against other UK Brick ranges to build your palette and specification set.
Long Format Bricks are available here through our Ultima Linear Range. These waterstruck units measure 468 × 108 × 38 mm, giving a low, elongated profile with strong horizontal lines. Use the filters below to browse colours and textures in Ultima Linear and compare with bricks from our other ranges.
Linear formats are frequently chosen when the brief calls for controlled horizontality and a cleaner, more contemporary brick expression. They work particularly well for wide façades, feature bays, recessed detailing, and projects where the brick bond and coursing are part of the architectural concept.
For confident specification, UK Brick recommends approaching linear brick selection as a design process: confirm the chosen colour/finish, review texture assets, and request samples to validate tone and surface character under site lighting conditions. For project-specific requirements—such as curvature or bespoke solutions—UK Brick can discuss options via the technical team.
What are linear bricks?What is a long format brick?
Linear bricks are long format, low-height facing bricks designed to create strong horizontal lines and a refined contemporary look. UK Brick’s Ultima Linear format is 468 × 108 × 38 mm.
Are UK Brick linear bricks waterstruck?
Yes—Ultima Linear bricks are waterstruck, with selected colours supplied with engobes.
Can I use them indoors?
Yes—UK Brick notes they’re specified for external façades and interior feature walls.
How many linear bricks do I need per m²?
Indicatively 42 bricks/m² with a 10 mm joint. Confirm per SKU and bond.
What should I confirm before I specify?
Select the colour/finish, check the product datasheet for SKU values, and request samples to confirm appearance for the project context.
Choose from elongated, linear bricks, or a life long format isn't right for your project, choose from a selection of statement black, red, cream and white standard length bricks.
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