Brick Calculator

Calculate bricks needed for walls, patios, veneer, and columns. Choose from 8 brick sizes and 5 bond patterns. Includes mortar, sand, and cost breakdown.

Project Type

Length (ft)

Height (ft)

Standard Doors (3'x7')

Standard Windows (3'x4')

Brick Size

Custom Price/Brick (optional)

Bond Pattern

Double course (double-wythe wall)Include labor estimate ($12/sqft)

Bricks Needed

865

incl. 41 waste

Mortar Bags

80 lb bags

Total Cost

$2,375

$20/sq ft

Pallets

~500 bricks each

Cost Breakdown

Item	Qty	Unit Cost	Total
Standard Modular	865	$0.75	$649
Type S Mortar (80 lb bags)	13	$12	$156
Mason Sand (50 lb bags)	26	$5	$130
Professional Labor	120 sqft	$12	$1,440
Total			$2,375

Total weight: ~1.9 tons (3,893 lbs)

Brick Size Reference

Brick Type	Dimensions	Per SqFt (Wall)	Per SqFt (Flat)	Cost
Standard ModularSelected	7.625"x3.625"x2.25"	6.9	4.5	$0.75
King Size	9.625"x3.625"x2.75"	4.8	3.5	$0.95
Queen Size	7.625"x3.625"x2.75"	5.8	4.5	$0.85
Engineer	7.625"x3.625"x2.8125"	5.6	4.5	$0.90
Roman	11.625"x3.625"x1.625"	6.0	3.0	$1.10
Utility	11.625"x3.625"x3.625"	3.0	3.0	$1.20
Thin Brick Veneer	7.625"x0.625"x2.25"	6.9	N/A	$0.60
Paver Brick	7.625"x3.625"x2.25"	N/A	4.5	$0.80

Bond Pattern Guide

Running Bond (1/2 offset)

+5% waste

Most common, offset by half

Stack Bond (aligned)

+3% waste

Aligned vertically, modern look

Herringbone (45°)

+15% waste

V-pattern, high waste on edges

Basket Weave

+8% waste

Pairs alternating direction

Flemish Bond

+10% waste

Alternating headers and stretchers

Bricklaying Tips

Mortar Joint

3/8" standard

Consistent joints ensure structural integrity

Order Extra

5-10% more

Same lot for color matching later

Soak Bricks

Wet before use

Prevents mortar from drying too fast

Foundation

Below frost line

Proper footing prevents cracking

Expansion Joints

Every 20-25 ft

Prevents thermal cracking in long walls

Weep Holes

Every 24-32 in

Required for drainage in veneer walls

How to Use Brick Calculator

1Select project type and dimensions
2Choose brick size and bond pattern
3Subtract doors and windows
4View bricks, mortar, and cost

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bricks per square foot?▾

Standard modular bricks: about 7 per sqft for walls (with mortar joints). For patios without mortar: about 4.5 per sqft laid flat.

How much mortar do I need?▾

A 70-lb bag of mortar sets about 30-35 standard bricks. For a 100 sqft wall (700 bricks), you need approximately 20-23 bags.

How many bricks come on a pallet?▾

Standard modular: about 500 per pallet. King-size: 400. Pavers: 480-540. A pallet covers roughly 70-75 sqft of wall area.

About Brick Calculator

Calculate bricks needed for walls, patios, veneer, and columns. Choose from 8 brick sizes and 5 bond patterns. Includes mortar, sand, and cost breakdown.

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