Brick Calculator
Calculate how many bricks you need for a wall or structure. Get brick counts, mortar estimates, and waste factors for modular, standard, jumbo, and roman bricks.
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Brick Estimate
Wall Area160.0 sq ft
Bricks per Sq Ft6.9
Bricks Needed1098
With 10% Waste1208
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bricks per square foot?
With standard modular bricks (2.25" × 7.625") and 3/8" mortar joints, you need about 6.9 bricks per sq ft.
How many bricks for a 10x10 wall?
A 10×10 ft wall (100 sq ft) needs about 690 modular bricks plus 10% waste = 760 bricks.
What mortar mix for brick walls?
Type N mortar (1:1:6 ratio of cement:lime:sand) is standard for most brick walls. Type S for below-grade applications.