ISLAND BLOCK & PAVING: NEW 25MM BRICK SLIPS
As part of our partnership with Island Block & Paving we will be sharing monthly articles, their latest article - Rethinking Cladding: Why More Architects Are Choosing Island Block & Paving’s NEW 25mm Brick Slips
As the construction industry embraces more sustainable practices, the materials we specify are becoming just as important as the structures we build. Today’s architects, designers and specifiers are looking beyond aesthetics — prioritising environmental integrity, design flexibility and long-term performance in every choice.
Island Block & Paving’s 25mm Brick Slips, also known as Brick Facings- represent a new generation of masonry suitable for cladding multi- story, residential and interior feature wall projects. 25mm thick Bricks Slips now provide a Carbon Neutral certified solution backed by third-party verification, these high-performance brick slips are fast becoming the material of choice for design-led, environmentally responsible projects across Australia.
Here are five reasons why they stand apart:
1. Australia’s Only Carbon Neutral Certified Brick Slips
Island Block & Paving leads the market with the nation’s first and only Carbon Neutral certified brick slip range. Certified under the CarbonRATE™ program and independently audited by Global GreenTag, these brick slips offer a verified low-carbon alternative to traditional clay facings. Unlike saw-cut clay products that generate high emissions and excess waste, our pre-formed slips deliver sustainability without sacrificing performance or aesthetics.
2. Manufactured Using Recycled Materials
Sustainability is embedded into every product. With straight lines, the brick slips dimensional tolerances are guaranteed to the highest standards. Each brick slip is manufactured using engineered sand containing 37.6% recycled glass aggregates, transforming waste into a premium, long-lasting cladding solution.
This circular manufacturing model diverts material from landfill and helps reduce embodied carbon - contributing to greener, more responsible builds.
3. No Saw-Cutting, No Silica Dust
The 25mm manufactured brick slips eliminate the need for on-site cutting. This innovation significantly reduces exposure to respirable crystalline silica dust - a major health risk associated with traditional clay systems.
The result is a safer work environment, faster installation, lower cost and zero material waste.
4. Engineered for Australian Conditions
Exposure Grade rated with a Cold Water Absorption (CWA) rate of less than 3%, Island Block & Paving’s brick slips offer superior moisture resistance compared to many clay alternatives, which have (CWA) rates up to five times higher, varying from 7 to 15%. Minimising water ingress is a priority.
This low absorption rate also ensures minimal staining and long-term durability, making them ideal for façades, feature walls and exterior applications exposed to Australia’s harsh climate.
5. High Performance, Architectural Versatility
Available in a choice of Smooth, Exposed and Refined finishes, these brick slips deliver the design freedom today’s projects demand. Matching corner slips ensure seamless detailing, while a P5 slip rating expands use to flooring and footpaths. A feature of the range is the Pure White colour tones resulting in the whitest of brick colours.
Additional technical advantages include:
- BAL-40 compliance for bushfire-prone areas
- Non-combustible classification
- Solar Absorptance and Light Reflectance ratings available
- Project engineering assistance available for ArchiTeam members
From residential feature walls to expansive commercial façades, Island Block & Paving’s brick slips provide a high-end finish with industry-leading environmental performance.
Whether you're designing with precision, building for durability or specifying for sustainability — our Brick Slips provide a smarter way to build. Click here to learn more.
To order samples or speak with a specifier, contact Jackson Thurlow, National Sales Manager — 0437 795 978 or jthurlow@islandblock.com.au
