Calculate bricks and mortar for walls, veneers and patios.
Formula: Net area = length × height − openings. Bricks = area × bricks per sq ft × wythe × 1.05 (waste). Mortar = bricks ÷ 1000 × 3 bags.
Related: Try our siding calculator, concrete calculator, or sand calculator for your project.
| Type | Size (inches) | Bricks/sq ft |
|---|---|---|
| Modular | 3-5/8 × 2-1/4 × 7-5/8 | 7 |
| Queen | 3-1/8 × 2-3/4 × 9-5/8 | 6 |
| King | 3-3/8 × 2-3/4 × 9-5/8 | 5.5 |
| Utility | 3-5/8 × 3-5/8 × 11-5/8 | 4.5 |