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Block Specialists

Lignaciteโ€™s manufacturing plants in Suffolk and Essex are responsible for producing over 120,000 concrete blocks per day, enough to build approximately 100 houses.

Working in close partnership with leading architects, specifiers and buildersโ€™ merchants throughout East Anglia, London and the South East, our range of dense, medium-dense and lightweight blocks is supplied to many of the countryโ€™s major housebuilders and commercial contractors.

The sustainability of our concrete blocks is core to the Lignacite philosophy. Our blocks have a high level of recycled aggregate content and have been used in countless major city projects throughout the years, many of which you will recognise as part of the modern London skyline.

We pride ourselves on supplying the blocks you need in the manner you need them, from putting them on pallets to shrink wrapping. And with our fleet of FORS Gold accredited lorries, we can deliver to almost any site in any location.

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Our Frequently Used Products

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Side view of a Ash GP Block.

Ash GP Concrete

Strengths(N/mm2)

3.6

7.3

10.4

Overview

Ash GP medium density concrete blocks are robust and durable, making them the perfect choice for walls built above and below ground.

Ash GP Concrete
Side view of a Lignacite Paint Grade Block.

Lignacite
Paint Grade Concrete Blocks

Strengths(N/mm2)

3.6

7.3

10.4

Overview

Lignacite Paint Grade are fine-textured concrete blocks that are ideal for walls requiring direct decoration. They are tough, durable and suitable for all types of buildings.

Paint Grade Concrete Blocks
Side view of a Ligncrete Standard Block.

Lignacrete
Lignacrete Standard Concrete Block

Strengths(N/mm2)

7.3

10.4

Overview

Lignacrete Standard 7.3 and 10.4 N/mmยฒ are dense concrete blocks intended for general purpose use above and below ground.

Lignacrete Standard Concrete Block

Helpful Tools

Hunting for the right blockwork solution for your next project? Start your search by taking a look at our full product range, get detailed information for specification among our Resources or drill straight down to the perfect choice with our bespoke Block Selector tool.

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Other buildings

Block Application Locator

Bring your project to life with this interactive tool. Select your building type and use, and get instant recommendations on the blocks to use above and below ground โ€“ turning your vision into reality.

Other usesDomestic Housing

6 Coursing Blocks

Information

Recommended Blocks: 1

Other usesDomestic Housing

5 Partition Walls

Information

Recommended Blocks: 3

Other usesDomestic Housing

4 Facing Brick (or Render) Cavity Walls

Information

Recommended Blocks: 3

Other usesDomestic Housing

3 Beam and Block Floors

Information

Recommended Blocks: 2

Other usesDomestic Housing

2 Party Walls

Information

Recommended Blocks: 2

Other usesDomestic Housing

1 Blocks Below Ground

Information

Recommended Blocks: 3

Domestic Housing

  • 1 Blocks Below Ground
  • 2 Party Walls
  • 3 Beam and Block Floors
  • 4 Facing Brick (or Render) Cavity Walls
  • 5 Partition Walls
  • 6 Coursing Blocks

Other usesLeisure Centre

5 Partition Walls & Inner Leaves (Plastered)

Information

Recommended Blocks: 3

Other usesLeisure Centre

4 Partition Walls & Inner Leaves (Fair Face)

Information

Recommended Blocks: 1

Other usesLeisure Centre

3 Partition Walls & Inner Leaves (Painted)

Information

Recommended Blocks: 3

Other usesLeisure Centre

2 External Walls (Render)

Information

Recommended Blocks: 3

Other usesLeisure Centre

1 External Walls (Brick)

Information

Recommended Blocks: 7

Leisure Centre

  • 1 External Walls (Brick)
  • 2 External Walls (Render)
  • 3 Partition Walls & Inner Leaves (Painted)
  • 4 Partition Walls & Inner Leaves (Fair Face)
  • 5 Partition Walls & Inner Leaves (Plastered)

Other usesCommercial Building

5 Internal Walls

Information

Recommended Blocks: 3

Other usesCommercial Building

4 Stair Core (Painted Blockwork)

Information

Recommended Blocks: 4

Other usesCommercial Building

3 External Walls (Render Block Cavity)

Information

Recommended Blocks: 3

Other usesCommercial Building

2 External Walls (Brick Cavity Block)

Information

Recommended Blocks: 3

Other usesCommercial Building

1 Carpark (Blocks in Basements)

Information

Recommended Blocks: 3

Commercial Building

  • 1 Carpark (Blocks in Basements)
  • 2 External Walls (Brick Cavity Block)
  • 3 External Walls (Render Block Cavity)
  • 4 Stair Core (Painted Blockwork)
  • 5 Internal Walls

Other usesStadium

3 Internal Walls (Plastered/Drylined Walls)

Information

Recommended Blocks: 3

Other usesStadium

2 Internal Walls (Painted Blockwork)

Information

Recommended Blocks: 4

Other usesStadium

1 Carpark (Blocks in Basements)

Information

Recommended Blocks: 3

Stadium

  • 1 Carpark (Blocks in Basements)
  • 2 Internal Walls (Painted Blockwork)
  • 3 Internal Walls (Plastered/Drylined Walls)

Domestic Housing

Leisure Centre

Commercial Building

Stadium

Building types: 4
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1 2 3 4 5
1 2 3 4 5
1 2 3

Specify Free with Lignacite

Built on a similar basis to NBS Source, our bespoke Specification Builder tool draws on key data for your selected product to produce a detailed Word or PDF document. And the added bonus? Itโ€™s completely free!

Specify with NBS Source

Have an account with NBS Source? Find and specify our products directly within their platform.

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Our Mission:

To manufacture the best blocks for the construction industry, with outstanding service and innovation.

We pride ourselves on...

Sustainability

Sustainability is more than a โ€˜nice to haveโ€™. For us, itโ€™s an absolute must. From locally sourced wood shavings and recycled material for our mixes to on-site energy management, our commitment is concrete.

Integrity

Clear communication, transparency, partnership and trust drive our work. We live by these standards every day and have done since our very beginning.

Consistency

Rigorous processes push our products and services to exceptional levels. This means that you can rely on us to deliver a top-notch experience, each and every time.

Service

Our professional and friendly team puts quality, punctuality and agility first, ensuring you get the right blocks at the right time, without exception. At Lignacite, we always strive to exceed expectations.

What our customers think of Lignacite

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Lignacite is a great company to deal with. The team is always ready to help and support your business in the best way possible, ensuring you can sell not just the product but the project too.

Cain Dunne, Business Development Manager, Jewson - Ipswich

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Lignacite is a reliable, top-tier supplier. Communication with branches is outstanding and always so professional. Delivery is fast and efficient, and I would recommend Lignacite to everyone.

Chris Roper, Salesman, Buildbase - Haverhill

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Lignacite are easy to deal with, quick to reply and provide an excellent all-round service.ย The Sales & Transport staff are always available to speak with if any issues arise, and these are always handled promptly.ย Ever since I started with EH Smith, we have always used Lignacite, and I would highly recommend them for their great products and great service!

Ryan Armitage, Sales Negotiator, EH Smith - Bovingdon

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It's beginning to look at lot like Christmas!

With that in mind, we want to share our festive opening hours with you, so you can order everything you need for your 2025 projects ahead of time.

Check the link in our bio to check out the times and book a call with our quoting team.

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๐Ÿข Spotlight on the ExCeL Exhibition Centre ๐Ÿข

Since opening its doors at the start of the 21st century, the ExCeL Exhibition Centre has been a dynamic venue for conferences, exhibitions, and events of all kinds! 

Located along Londonโ€™s Royal Docks, this flexible space showcases Lignaciteโ€™s dense Lignacrete blocks (Standard and Hollow) and Paint Grade blocks, offering both durability and style. ๐Ÿงฑโœจ

Proudly designed by Moxley Architects and developed by the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions, this project exemplifies the strength and versatility of our materials. 

Want to know where else our blocks have been used? Check out our interactive projects map on the website by tapping the link in our bio.

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TA DA! ๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‰

We recently raised the curtain on our big news: the launch of the Lignacite ECO50 and ECO70! ๐Ÿ‘

These blocks are the result of a huge amount of research and development into more sustainable products, which will help future building projects to reduce their carbon footprint ๐Ÿ’ช.

The ECO50 boasts 50% recycled material, while the ECO70 has an impressive 70%!

To find out more about these blocks and how you can order them, tap the link in our bio. 

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Looking to enhance accuracy and reduce waste in your building projects? 

Discover the benefits of concrete coursing blocks! 

Perfect for residential and commercial builds alike, coursing blocks provide reliable height adjustments, structural support and a consistent finish alongside full-sized blocks. 

From detailed work around doors and windows to efficient height adjustments, these blocks are made to keep your project on track.

Learn more about how coursing blocks can transform your next build! 

Check out our latest article by tapping the link in our bio. 

#Construction #ArchitectsUK #Specifiers #ConstructionUK
Weโ€™ve been keeping a secret from youโ€ฆ ๐Ÿ˜

Behind the scenes, weโ€™ve been busy developing not just one new product, but TWO ๐Ÿคฏ. 

Itโ€™s been tricky to keep this under wraps, but weโ€™re now delighted to announce the launch of the Lignacite ECO50 and ECO70!

Both of these new products make greater use of recycled materials โ™ป๏ธ, with the ECO50 containing 50% recycled material and the ECO70 consisting of 70% recycled components.

This will help to reduce the carbon footprint of new construction projects, supporting builders and designers in their carbon-cutting goals.

Want to know more about these exciting new blocks? Tap to the link in our bio to find out all about them ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://lignacite.co.uk/products/lignacite-eco/

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Thinking about using concrete blocks for your internal walls?

Discover how versatile and durable concrete blocks can be for any project, from residential to commercial spaces! In our latest article, we break down the essentials: choosing the right block type, foundation needs, insulation options, finishing touches and more. 

Tap the link in our bio to learn how concrete blocks can enhance your build and explore our Block Specification Tool to find the perfect fit for your project. 

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This Bonfire Night, weโ€™re lighting up a poll! ๐ŸŽ†

We want to know what really makes your projects go off with a bang! 

When it comes to choosing a supplier, whatโ€™s the must-have factor?

1๏ธโƒฃ Great customer service
2๏ธโƒฃ Efficient delivery
3๏ธโƒฃ Sustainability-conscious practices
4๏ธโƒฃ High-quality, reliable products

Have a safe and spectacular night! ๐Ÿ”ฅ

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๐Ÿ‘ป Building with boo-tiful precision! ๐ŸŽƒ

This Halloween, thereโ€™s nothing scary about working with us! 

While the ghosts and ghouls might be haunting the streets, we're busy delivering top-quality blocks with frighteningly good service. ๐Ÿงฑโœจ

No tricks, just treats โ€“ you can count on us to deliver on time, every time. Whether youโ€™re building a new structure or restocking your warehouse, weโ€™ve got the blocks to keep your projects standing strong. ๐Ÿ—๏ธ

Ready to conjure up some construction magic? Head over to our website and discover how we can help with your next project: www.lignacite.co.uk

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Looking to lay a solid foundation for your next construction project? 

Whether it's commercial, residential or infrastructure, the type of concrete block you choose can make all the difference!

From dense and durable to lightweight and energy-efficient, there are so many options out there. 

Our latest article breaks it all down, helping you choose the best block for your build, so you can construct bigger, better and faster!

Ready to cement your knowledge? Tap the link in our bio to read the full article and discover which block is right for you.

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World-Renowned Projects

Although our blocks have roots in the world of agriculture, they have since been used in a plethora of world-renowned developments.

These include The Gherkin, The Shard, The London Olympic Stadium, Canary Wharf, and both Heathrow and Stansted Airports.

Landmark developments such as Googleโ€™s UK headquarters need construction materials that can match the quality of the architectural vision. When it came to finding the ideal concrete block partner for this innovative project, contractors Lyons & Annoot turned to Lignacite.

When Lyons & Annoot was commissioned to work on the massive regeneration of The Whiteley, it turned to Lignacite to provide concrete blocks that meet the projectโ€™s strict weight requirements.

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Construction photo of The Whiteley.