How many bricks do I need?
Based on standard modular brick with 3/8 inch mortar joints. Windows and doors are taken out of the wall area.
Bricks needed
1,362 bricks
Estimated material cost
Bricks needed
1,362 x $$0.75 per brick
$1,022
Premixed mortar
39 x $$9.00 per 80 lb bag
$351
Typical store prices before tax and delivery. Change any price to match your store.
How to measure
Measure the length and height of the wall in feet. Count the doors and windows in that wall. For several walls, add their lengths together if they're the same height.
Tips from the field
- Includes 5% extra for cuts and breakage. Add more if the wall has lots of corners or arches.
- Order every brick for a job at once. Colors can shift from one batch to the next.
What you'll need
Common questions
How many bricks are in a square foot?
About 6.86 standard modular bricks with 3/8 inch mortar joints, before waste.
How much mortar do I need for bricks?
One 80 lb bag of premixed mortar lays roughly 30 to 40 bricks, depending on joint size and how much is wasted.
How much extra brick should I order?
Order 5 to 10% extra for cuts and breakage, and buy it all at once so the color matches.
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