The most commonly used bond in the UK. It consists of rows of stretchers (the long side of the brick), with each row offset by half a brick relative to the one below.

English bond is a strong and visually structured brickwork pattern, similar to the English Garden Wall Bond, but instead of two stretchers, it alternates three stretchers followed by a header. The headers are positioned centrally over the middle stretcher of the course below and above, creating a regular and balanced pattern.

This bond provides excellent structural strength and is commonly used in half-brick walls. It is a variation of the English Garden Wall Bond, incorporating an additional stretcher per sequence for enhanced stability and aesthetics.

Alternating layers of stretchers and headers (the short side of the brick), where the stretcher layers are offset by half a brick.

A traditional pattern where headers and stretchers alternate in each row, with headers centered over the stretchers in the row below.

Bricks are stacked directly on top of each other in a uniform grid, with all vertical joints aligned. This pattern is often used for decorative purposes.

A structured bond where bricks are grouped in rectangular patterns, often for a modern aesthetic.

This pattern uses three stretchers followed by a header in each row, offering both strength and visual appeal.

Commonly used in the 18th century, the header bond often incorporated contrasting brick colours to create a decorative effect. This pattern requires a high volume of bricks, making it more suitable for prestigious or high-quality buildings.

Additionally, header bond is well-suited for curved brickwork, as the shorter header faces allow for tighter radii, making it a practical choice for arched or radial structures.