Free tool
Brick calculator: how many bricks for a wall
Estimate how many standard bricks your wall needs, including mortar and wastage. Enter the wall size and thickness.
How it works
We calculate the wall volume from length, height and thickness, then use about 13.5 standard bricks per cubic foot including the mortar joint, and add your wastage percentage.
Tips before ordering
- Add 5 to 10 percent for breakage and wastage
- A 9 inch wall uses roughly twice the bricks of a 4.5 inch wall
- Confirm the exact brick size with your supplier, as counts vary
Estimate only, based on a standard modular brick with mortar. Actual counts vary with brick size and workmanship. Confirm with your contractor.