Classic
Natural Red & Terracotta
Warm red, orange and iron-rich tones for enduring brick architecture. Controlled variation between individual slips gives the wall a genuine fired-clay appearance.
Clinker Brick Slips
Natural Clay · High-Temperature Fired · Project Customization
Clinker Brick Slips for Exterior and Interior Walls
LOPO manufactures high-fired clinker brick slips that deliver the depth, texture and permanence of genuine clay brickwork in a thinner, lighter format. In European specifications and product searches, this same fired-clay facing category is also described as klinker brick tile. Flat slips, matching corners and project-specific colors are available for facade cladding, renovation, precast construction and interior feature walls.
Natural Fired ClayAuthentic mineral color and texture
Approx. 4%Typical water absorption*
11–30 mmTypical brick-slip thickness range
Flat + CornerCoordinated facade components
A European Facade Material with Global Applications
What Are Clinker Brick Slips?
Clinker brick slips are thin, fired-clay facing units designed to reproduce the appearance of traditional brick masonry without the depth and structural weight of full bricks. They are fixed to a prepared wall or an approved cladding system, then jointed to create a genuine brick facade.
The words used for this product vary by market. In the United Kingdom and many international specifications, brick slips is the familiar term. In German-speaking and several continental European markets, the spelling klinker is common. The category term klinker brick tile, its plural klinker brick tiles, ceramic brick slips and clinker brick tiles may therefore describe closely related fired-clay facade products.
LOPO’s range is developed for architects, facade contractors, distributors and project buyers who require authentic clay color, controlled dimensions and coordinated corner details. Unlike printed brick-effect materials, the visual character comes from the clay body, surface forming and firing process.
- Suitable for both contemporary and traditional architectural styles
- Lower facade weight than conventional full-depth brickwork
- Natural shade variation creates depth rather than a flat printed effect
- Custom colors, textures, formats and special pieces can be evaluated
Colors, Textures and Architectural Character
Clinker Brick Slip & Klinker Brick Tile Collections
Whether a project specification uses clinker brick slip or klinker brick tile terminology, the facade is defined not only by color but also by surface relief, edge character, joint arrangement and the way individual shades are blended. LOPO offers multiple visual directions for residential, commercial and public architecture.
Contemporary
Grey, Charcoal & Black
Low-saturation greys and darker ceramic brick slips create restrained facades that pair effectively with glass, metal, concrete and natural stone.
Light Palette
White, Cream & Sand
Light mineral colors soften the mass of a facade and suit coastal, residential and civic projects where brightness and refined texture are important.
Textured
Rustic & Handmade Effects
Expressive faces, irregular relief and softened edges bring depth to hospitality, heritage-inspired and handcrafted architectural settings.
Linear
Long-Format Klinker Brick Tile
Elongated modules and narrow heights emphasize horizontal movement. These klinker brick tiles can be used alone or mixed with standard formats for a more dynamic bond.
Custom
Special Surface Development
Sanded, brushed, linear, restored, split and selected metallic-effect surfaces can be explored against reference samples or a project mood board.
Performance through Material and Firing
Why Specify Clinker Brick Slips?
The value of a clinker facade comes from the combination of authentic ceramic material, reduced unit depth and long-term exterior performance.
Genuine Fired-Clay Appearance
Color variation, mineral speckling and surface relief are created through real clay bodies and kiln firing rather than a printed surface imitation.
Exterior Weather Resistance
A dense ceramic body and low water absorption support use in exposed facade conditions, subject to the selected product and complete wall-system design.
Stable Mineral Tones
Natural fired colors are integral to the ceramic material, helping the facade retain its character under sunlight and normal weather exposure.
Less Material per Square Metre
The thin format reduces dead load, storage volume and transport weight compared with constructing the same surface from full-depth facing bricks.
Matching Corner Solutions
L-shaped corner slips maintain the visual depth of brickwork at external corners, openings and returns without exposing a thin cut edge.
Flexible Bonds and Formats
Running bond, stack bond, vertical arrangements and mixed lengths allow one product family to support many different architectural languages.
Technical Reference
Typical Product Specifications
LOPO supplies standard clinker brick slip and klinker brick tile ranges as well as project-specific formats. The table below provides a practical starting point for design and quotation. Final data should be confirmed against the selected item, surface and production batch.
| Material | Selected natural clay, formed and fired at high temperature |
|---|---|
| Typical thickness | 11–30 mm for brick-slip products |
| Typical length | 145–300 mm; longer and custom formats subject to project review |
| Typical height | 30–90 mm |
| Water absorption | Approximately 4% for typical low-absorption ranges; confirm by selected item |
| Back profile | Ribbed or dovetailed profiles according to product |
| Components | Flat slips, L-shaped corners, bonded corners and project-specific special pieces |
| Surface options | Natural flat, sanded, handmade, brushed, linear, restored, split and special effects |
| Color options | White, cream, yellow, red, brown, grey, charcoal, black and custom blends |
| Primary applications | Exterior facade cladding, renovation, precast panels and interior feature walls |
* Dimensions, absorption values, tolerances and performance documentation vary by model. Send the required format, project location, installation system and quantity so LOPO can recommend a suitable product and confirm the applicable technical data.
Surface, Edge and Back Profile
Details That Shape the Finished Facade
A successful brick-slip specification considers the front face and the less visible details: edges, return pieces, back profile, dimensional tolerance and joint design.
A Coordinated Brick-Slip Package
Klinker Brick Tile Components: Flats, Corners and Special Pieces
A klinker brick tile facade should be considered as a complete set of components rather than a field tile alone. LOPO can evaluate details from drawings and develop a coordinated supply schedule.
Flat Brick Slips
Main field units for large wall areas, available in standard, long and project-specific formats.
L-Shaped Corners
Extruded or bonded corner solutions for returns, columns, window openings and exposed edges.
Special Profiles
Windowsill, coping, transition and shaped units can be reviewed where quantities justify development.
Mixed Color Packs
Planned shade blends can help achieve a natural facade composition while simplifying site distribution.
Sample Boards
Project samples allow the architect to review surface, shade range, mortar color and joint proportion together.
Project Take-Off Support
Provide elevations and corner lengths so flat-slip areas and special-piece quantities can be checked before quotation.
From New Construction to Adaptive Reuse
Applications of Clinker Brick Slips and Klinker Brick Tile
The combination of authentic material and reduced depth makes clinker brick slips and klinker brick tile products useful wherever full masonry is impractical or unnecessary.
Exterior Facades
Create durable brick elevations for residential, commercial, educational and civic architecture.
Renovation & Retrofit
Introduce a genuine clay-brick finish where wall depth and additional structural load are restricted.
Precast Integration
Brick slips may be coordinated with precast production subject to the panel manufacturer’s approved process.
Interior Feature Walls
Bring fired-clay warmth and tactile character to lobbies, retail spaces, restaurants and homes.
Installation Planning
From Substrate Review to Final Jointing
Brick slips are one part of a complete facade build-up. Adhesive, substrate, reinforcement, movement joints and pointing mortar must be selected as a compatible system for the project location.
Confirm the System
Review the substrate, insulation build-up, exposure, wall height and local requirements with the facade-system supplier or project engineer.
Approve Samples
Evaluate representative shade variation, surface texture, corner pieces, proposed joint width and mortar color before bulk production.
Mix before Laying
Draw brick slips from several cartons and distribute tones across the wall to avoid unintended blocks of similar shades.
Fix and Joint
Use the specified adhesive coverage, maintain consistent courses and protect finished work while the jointing material cures.
LOPO supplies the ceramic cladding products. Final system design, substrate preparation, adhesives, fixings, movement joints and installation procedures must follow the project engineer, local regulations and the approved system supplier’s instructions.
OEM and Architectural Development
Custom Clinker Brick Slips for Project Identity
Standard products are suitable for many projects, but architecture often requires a specific color balance, surface expression or module. LOPO can assess custom clinker brick slip development using drawings, physical reference samples, color targets and expected order quantities.
The development process normally begins with the design intent and performance requirements. Clay composition, forming method, surface treatment and firing parameters are then adjusted through sampling. Because kiln-fired ceramics naturally vary, the approved sample should define an acceptable range rather than a single perfectly uniform piece.
- Custom body colors and multi-tone blends
- Smooth, sanded, brushed, rustic and linear surfaces
- Standard, long, narrow and mixed-format modules
- Matching corner slips and selected special profiles
- Sample boards for architect and client approval
- Private-label and distributor packaging discussions
Manufacturing and Batch Control
Quality Control for Architectural Supply
Reliable facade supply requires more than producing an attractive sample. LOPO monitors raw materials, forming, drying, firing, dimensions and visual appearance throughout production. Finished brick slips are sorted and checked against the approved product range before packing.
For projects where shade blending is intentional, acceptable variation is established during sample approval. Production and packing plans can then be arranged to support distribution across elevations and installation zones. Buyers should order the complete requirement, including a suitable allowance, from one confirmed production batch whenever possible.
- Raw-clay and production-batch identification
- Dimensional and visual inspection
- Surface and color-range comparison
- Flat and corner component matching
- Protective carton and pallet preparation
- Pre-shipment documentation according to the order
International Project Supply
Export Packing and Order Information
Clinker brick slips are packed in cartons and secured on export pallets to protect faces, edges and corner components during handling. Packing details depend on unit dimensions and project requirements. Flat slips, corner pieces and special profiles are clearly identified in the packing schedule.
For an efficient quotation, please provide the project location, required area, preferred size and color, corner lengths, application, estimated order date and any technical documentation requested by the consultant. Drawings, finish references and target samples are especially useful for custom projects.
- Commercial quantity calculated in square metres
- Corner units calculated by linear metre or piece
- Carton and export-pallet packing
- FOB China and other agreed Incoterm quotations
- Container loading plan based on final product and packing
Material Selection
Clinker Brick Slips Compared with Related Products
These materials can produce a brick appearance, but they differ in depth, construction method and architectural purpose.
| Product | Typical Character | Installation / Construction | Best Suited To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinker Brick Slips / Klinker Brick Tile | Thin genuine fired-clay facing with natural color and texture | Adhesive-applied or integrated into an approved facade/prefabrication system | Lightweight exterior cladding, retrofit, precast and interiors |
| Full Terracotta Bricks | Greater depth and masonry mass; solid or perforated profiles | Conventional masonry or a project-specific support arrangement | Full brickwork, screens, landscape walls and deep facade expression |
| Thin Facade Bricks | Broad international category covering lightweight clay facade tiles | Depends on unit thickness, back profile and facade system | International projects using thin-brick or brick-veneer terminology |
| Flexible Clay Tiles | Very lightweight decorative sheet or tile with a clay-like visual effect | Bonded to suitable flat or curved substrates | Curved surfaces and applications where minimal weight is the priority |
Explore related LOPO products: terracotta bricks, thin facade bricks and long-format bricks.
Product Reference
Download the LOPO Facade Brick Catalogue
Review architectural clay brick ranges, formats and visual options, then send the selected references with your project requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clinker Brick Slip FAQ
What is the difference between clinker brick slips and ceramic brick slips?
Ceramic brick slips is a broad description for thin fired-clay brick facings. Clinker brick slips normally emphasize a dense, high-fired body, low water absorption and exterior durability. In commercial use, the terms may overlap, so buyers should compare the actual material, absorption, frost performance, size and supporting documentation rather than relying on the name alone.
Is klinker brick tile the same as clinker brick slips?
Yes, klinker brick tile is commonly used for the same or a closely related thin fired-clay facing category. “Klinker” is a spelling widely recognized in German-speaking and several European markets, while “clinker” is the standard English spelling. “Brick slip” is more common in the UK, whereas some markets use the singular category term “brick tile” or the plural “brick tiles.” Product performance should still be verified by the actual specification rather than terminology alone.
Can clinker brick slips be used on exterior walls?
Yes. Properly selected clinker brick slips are intended for exterior facade applications. However, exterior performance depends on the entire wall build-up, including the substrate, adhesive, reinforcement, movement joints, pointing mortar, drainage and installation workmanship. The complete system must be suitable for the project climate and wall height.
What sizes are available?
Typical LOPO brick-slip products are approximately 145–300 mm long, 30–90 mm high and 11–30 mm thick. Longer, slimmer or project-specific formats can be evaluated. Final availability depends on the selected color, surface, profile and quantity.
Are matching corner brick slips available?
Yes. L-shaped extruded or bonded corner units can be supplied for many ranges. Corners help maintain the appearance of full brickwork around external corners, columns, openings and wall returns. Provide drawings or total linear metres when requesting a quotation.
Are LOPO clinker brick slips glazed?
Most LOPO clinker brick slip ranges emphasize natural clay bodies, kiln-fired colors and formed surface textures rather than a conventional glossy glaze. Smooth, sanded, rustic, brushed, metallic-effect and other special appearances are available or can be evaluated. If a project requires a specific glazed appearance, send a physical sample or visual reference for feasibility review.
Why do individual brick slips have color variation?
Natural clay composition, surface treatment and kiln firing create normal variation between ceramic units. This variation gives the finished facade depth and authenticity. Samples should establish the acceptable range, and installers should mix units from several cartons before laying.
Can LOPO develop a custom color or texture?
Yes, subject to technical feasibility and project quantity. Development can begin from a physical reference brick, color range, drawing or design board. Because fired ceramics are naturally variable, approval should cover a representative group of samples rather than one isolated piece.
What information is needed for a quotation?
Please provide the project country, required square metres, preferred size and finish, corner quantities, installation application, destination port or delivery term, target schedule and any consultant specifications. Elevation drawings and reference images help LOPO prepare a more accurate proposal.
Samples · Technical Review · Project Quotation
Discuss Your Clinker Brick Slip Project with LOPO
Send the required color, size, surface, quantity and application. Our team will help identify a suitable standard range or evaluate a custom clinker brick slip, ceramic brick slip or klinker brick tile solution.
Project Inquiry
Tell Us About Your Clinker Brick Slip or Klinker Brick Tile Project
Share the project location, required quantity, preferred color, size, surface and corner details. Drawings or reference images can be provided during the follow-up communication.
