Crystal Clear Glazed Brick Slips

Crystal clear glazed brick slips use a translucent coating to give the building’s façade a natural look inspired by the world around us. 

These brick slips are twice-fired for toughness. This process helps combine the finely crushed glass to the brick slip exterior so it becomes hard and impervious. This enables the clay to vitrify and the glazing to fix to the brick. These brick slips are available in 36 different shades to suit modern architects requiring a range of transparent colours.

Key Features

Patterns can be created by combining shapes or angles of brick slips that, once assembled, create a variety of finishes depending on the chosen style.

Specific shades based on the RAL colour chart can be crafted, in addition to the catalogue of colours.

Brick slips give real character to the façade.

Naturally fire resistant due to the materials and coating used.

Bricks slips are a lightweight solution with increase speed of construction.

Durable and strong due to their second stint in the kiln, these brick slips have a longer lifespan than traditional bricks and their colour won’t fade.

Technical Information

Colours Available
Sizing Table
Brick SlipsSize in mmQuantity
m² or lm
Weight
kg or lb
Unit
m² or each
65mm x 215mm straight215 x 65 x 125918m2
65mm Corner to suit 215mm slip215 x 102.5 x 65 x 1213.3 / lm0.46each
60mm x 220 straight220 x 60 x 1262 / m²18kgm²
60mm Corner to suit 220mm Slip220 x 105 x 60 x1214.3 / lm0.44kgeach
50mm x 300mm Straight 330 x 50 x 1250 / m²18kgm²
50mm Corners to suit 300mm slip220 x 105 x 50 x 1216.7 / lm0.36kgeach
220 x 50 x 50 x 1216.7 / lm0.32kgeach
50mm x 450mm Straight 450 x 50 x 1536 / m²22.50kgm²
50mm Corners to suit 450mm slip220 x 105 x 50 x 1516.7 / lm0.45kgeach
220 x 50 x 50 x 1516.7 / lm0.40kgeach
Corner Angle VerticalContact useach
CurveContact useach
Slips with Dovetail Key for precast concrete Contact usm2
Slip Thicknesses available12mm, 15mm, 20mm, 25mmm2
Bespoke shapes and thicknesscontact useach
Shapes Available

Droite

Angle

Triangle

Pointe

Hirondelle

Epic

Sillage

Emergence

Concave

Convexe

Courbe

Ondulee

Compatible Systems
Adhesively fixed systems. Lightweight board solutions. Mechanically fixed brick cladding systems. Brick-clad precast concrete. Brick-clad GRC (glass reinforced concrete).
Technical
Size Tolerance: length/width = ±3% thickness = ±2mm
Diagonal/Longitudinale Curvature: ±1%
Water Absorption (Average): all colours 8%
Fireproof: A1
Content of active soluble salts: S0
Hazardous substances: not applicable
Resistance to thermal shock: NF ISO 10 545 – 9
Durability against freeze/thaw: NF ISO 10 545 – 12
Average expansion to boiling water (mm / m): ≤ 0,3 according to P13-307
Solar Absorption Factor: varies by colour – download our datasheet
Area Density: varies by brick type – download our datasheet

Case Studies

Fulton Road, Wembley

Cornwall Street, Birmingham

Dalston Lane, London

FAQ

What makes glazed brick slips different from standard brick slips?

Glazed brick slips share the same slim profile as standard slips but are finished with a coloured glaze that is fired onto the surface. This glaze gives them a distinctive appearance, with finishes available from high gloss through to soft sheen or metallic effects. The glazing enhances the visual appeal and makes glazed brick slips especially suited for projects where a strong design impact is required.

Are glazed brick slips resistant to staining?

Yes, one of the key advantages of glazed brick slips is their resistance to staining. The smooth glazed surface repels dirt, making them easy to maintain in outdoor settings. Many glazed brick slips are also acid-resistant, which means they withstand well in polluted urban environments or areas where regular cleaning may be required. This durability, combined with the broad range of colours available, makes them an excellent choice for facades, feature walls, and high-traffic external areas.

Where are glazed brick slips often used?

Glazed brick slips are frequently chosen for projects that require a bold or colourful finish. Architects often specify them for feature walls and entrance facades to deliver a strong visual impact. They are also well suited for high-use environments such as train stations or lower-level walls where durability is key and the ability to reflect light adds to the visual effect. Their combination of style and practicality makes them suitable for many different building types.

Can I get glazed brick slips in bespoke colours?

Yes, glazed brick slips can be produced in a wide range of colours, including bespoke shades matched to your colour references. If you come to us with a colour requirement, we will work with you to match it as closely as possible. This flexibility allows architects and designers to achieve precise visual effects, from subtle tonal variations to bold colour statements. Bespoke options make glazed slips a popular choice for statement architecture.

How durable are glazed brick slips for external use?

Glazed brick slips are extremely durable and built to last in exposed outdoor conditions. The glazing process fuses a protective layer to the clay, creating a hard surface that resists moisture, frost, and everyday weathering. The colour is fired into the glaze, meaning it will not fade or peel over time. They are also tough enough to withstand graffiti removal and regular cleaning, keeping facades vibrant and intact in high-footfall areas.

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Robin Batty

Director

 

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Product Description

Creative Brick Solutions offers a revolutionary product in the form of crystal clear glazed brick slips. This contemporary design element will give any building’s façade a natural look that exudes a sense of nature within the urban environment. By introducing these bricks to your project’s façade, you’ll bring an optical sensation that you can be proud of.

The brick slips undergo a twice-fired process in which they are returned to the kiln for a high-temperature second firing. The purpose of this is twofold. Firstly, it helps combine the finely crushed glass to the brick slip exterior so it becomes hard and impervious. Secondly, once vitrified, the glazing fixes itself to the brick creating a strong bond that gives your building an unmatched beauty.

With Creative Brick Solutions, you have 36 different shades at your disposal – versatile options for modern architects looking for transparent colours for their next project. These brick slips not only offer aesthetic appeal but also contribute to ensuring that your projects meet safety standards with their sturdy construction and innovative design features.

Let Creative Brick Solutions help you give new life to your renovation or enhance new build projects with unparalleled style and flair.