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Brick

Estimate the number of bricks for a single-wythe wall.

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Results update as you type. The formula and assumptions are explained below the calculator.

Bricks needed

1,153 bricks

Wall area160 sq ft
Bricks per square foot6.86
Bricks before waste1,098
Mortar joints assumed3/8 in

Covers a single wythe with 3/8 in mortar joints. Piers, sills, arches, corners and reinforced walls need extra units, and some codes require a 5–10% breakage allowance.

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What does this tool do?

Brick count depends on the face size of the unit and the mortar joint. This calculator uses standard bricks-per-square-foot figures for modular, queen and king bricks, then adds a breakage allowance.

The Formula

Bricks = ⌈Wall area × Bricks per sq ft × (1 + Waste ÷ 100)⌉

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bricks per square foot?

Standard modular brick with 3/8 in joints needs about 6.9 bricks per sq ft; queen and king sizes need fewer.

How much brick waste should I allow?

5% is typical for a straight wall; add 10% for corners, arches and cut openings.