Calculate how many bricks you need for your wall or building project. Enter your wall measurements, brick dimensions and mortar joint thickness, then allow for openings and wastage to estimate your required quantity.
Use the calculator below to plan your brick order.
Enter your project measurements for a planning estimate. Openings are deducted before wastage. Quantities are estimates; check product dimensions and supplier coverage. All applicable wastage percentages are added to the net quantity. Whole packs, bags and pieces are rounded up. Planning estimate only. Confirm quantities, product specifications and rates with your supplier or contractor. This tool does not provide structural design or establish compliance with local building rules.Construction calculator
Brick Calculator
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How to Use the Brick Calculator
For several walls, calculate each wall separately and add the quantities together. Check whether the calculation covers a single layer of bricks or the full thickness required for your wall.
Your brick quantity depends on the wall’s dimensions, brick size, mortar joints and construction method. A thicker wall may require additional layers of brickwork.
Decorative patterns, corners, piers and complex layouts can also affect quantities. Measure these separately where necessary and discuss any additional requirements with your contractor.
The number depends on your brick dimensions, mortar joint thickness and wall construction. Enter the specifications for your chosen bricks rather than relying on a general estimate.
Yes. Subtract their combined area from the total wall area. Additional brickwork around openings, including reveals and supporting details, may require a separate allowance.
The allowance depends on the brick type, cutting requirements, delivery conditions and design. Confirm an appropriate percentage with your supplier or bricklayer.
Check whether the calculator includes a wall thickness or brick-layer setting. If it estimates only one layer, you must account for the additional layer separately.
A brick quantity estimate does not automatically include mortar requirements. Use the Mortar Calculator to plan the mortar needed for your project.
No. It estimates material quantities from the information entered. A qualified professional must determine structural requirements, foundations, reinforcement and suitable wall construction.
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Explore our directory to find [building material suppliers](/suppliers/) and [contractors](/contractors/). Contact businesses directly to confirm brick specifications, prices, stock availability and delivery.
Results are estimates for preliminary planning. Actual requirements may vary with brick dimensions, wall construction, site conditions, cuts and wastage. Confirm quantities and specifications with your supplier or contractor before purchasing materials.
