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Brick Calculator
Estimate bricks needed for a wall using brick face dimensions and waste.
Your measurements
Estimated result
Area with waste0 sq ft
Bricks required0 bricks
Bricks per sq ft6.86
Planning estimate only. Check product specifications, site conditions and local codes before ordering or building.
Brick quantity formula
Brick face area = width × height ÷ 144. Bricks needed = wall area with waste ÷ brick face area, rounded up.
Planning notes
Use the exposed brick face dimensions including the intended mortar joint. Subtract large doors and windows from the measured wall area before calculating.
- Use brick dimensions including the intended mortar joint.
- Subtract large doors and windows from wall area before calculating.
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