Brick Calculator
Bricks needed for a single-wythe wall.
Bricks needed
1,208
160.0 sq ft · 6.86 per sq ft
Base count1,098
+ 10% waste1,208
Mortar bags (60 lb, ~35 bricks/bag)35
Single-wythe wall (one brick thick). Counts include a standard 3/8" mortar joint. Round up to whole pallets when ordering: most modular bricks come 500 to a strap. Mortar coverage varies with joint depth and cleanliness; 35 bricks per 60 lb bag is typical for type N or S.
About
Enter the wall's width and height in feet, pick a brick type, and add a waste factor. Get the total brick count and the number of mortar bags. Covers modular, queen, king, utility, and metric bricks.
How to use
- Enter wall dimensions.
- Pick a brick type and waste factor.
- Read total bricks and mortar.
FAQ
How much waste should I budget?+
10% is the usual default. Bump to 15% if there are lots of cuts (windows, archways) or if you're learning. Bricks are cheap, second trips are expensive.