Roma Bricks Cameo Rosso Dark Satin Face Brick (FBS Grade) 222 x 106 x 73 mm Spotted Multi-Tone Red Clay Brick

Distinctive Character with Iconic Iron Spots

 

The Roma Bricks Cameo Rosso Dark belongs to Roma's most recognizable product line. This brick is celebrated for its signature "spotted" finish, where small iron spots are concentrated on the brick's surface, creating a hallmark traditional look that has taken the South African market by storm.

The Rosso Dark variant offers a deep, sophisticated red-yellow base with a smooth Satin finish. Unlike textured bricks, the Satin surface provides a clean and uniform feel that reflects light beautifully, making it a preferred choice for large-scale developments like schools, hospitals, and high-end residential estates.

 

Key Benefits

• Iconic Spotted Aesthetic: The unique iron spots give every project a distinctive character and the authentic hallmark of a traditional face brick building.

• Refined Satin Surface: The smooth finish provides a sleek, modern look that is easier to clean and maintain than pitted textures.

• Cost-Effective Durability: Part of a range designed to blend perfectly with the natural Highveld aesthetic while offering long-term structural integrity.

• Industrial-Grade Strength: Kiln-fired to achieve high compressive strength (20.0 – 30.0 MPa), ensuring it can handle the demands of multi-story construction.

• Maintenance-Free: As a genuine clay product, the color and spots are permanent—they will not fade or wash away over time.

 

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Roma Bricks

• Product Name: Cameo Rosso Dark

• Classification: FBS (Face Brick Standard)

• Texture: Satin (Smooth)

• Dimensions: 222mm (L) x 106mm (W) x 73mm (H)

• Mass: Approximately 3.0 kg per brick

• Coverage: Approximately 52 to 55 bricks per m²

 

Ideal For:

• Educational & Healthcare Facilities: Highly popular for schools and hospitals due to its professional appearance and extreme durability.

• Residential Developments: Adds a touch of traditional luxury to housing estates and townhouse complexes.

• Corporate Office Parks: The smooth Satin finish and deep tones provide a sophisticated facade for modern business premises.

• Boundary Walls: Offers a tidy, uniform appearance that stands up to harsh South African weather.

 

What’s in the "Box" (Logistics)

• Unit Type: Individual clay face bricks.

• Pallet Quantity: Delivered on shrink-wrapped pallets of 500 units.

• Ordering Hint: For large projects, Roma Bricks typically suggests minimum orders of 10,000+ units for direct factory delivery, though they are available individually at retailers like Builders.

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• What are the spots on the brick? These are natural iron spots that occur during the firing process, giving the Cameo range its famous "spotted" appearance.

• How is it different from Cameo Rosso Light? The Dark version has a deeper, more saturated base color, whereas the Light version is more yellow-toned.

• Do I need to blend them? Yes. As with all face bricks, you should mix bricks from at least three different pallets during construction to ensure the color variations and spots are distributed evenly across the wall.