Calculating the Number of Bricks in Construction

In general, the method for calculating the number of bricks required for wall construction, regardless of the brick size, can be determined using the formulas provided below:

How Are Brick Calculations Done?

If you’re unsure, read this guide to learn the process.

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Brick quantity calculation method

Formula 1:

  1. Brick Area with Mortar
    Brick Length × (Brick Height + 1.5) = Brick and Mortar Area
  2. Number of Bricks per Square Meter
    (Brick and Mortar Area) / (10,000) = Number of Bricks per Square Meter
  3. Total Number of Bricks
    Total Wall Length × Wall Height × Number of Bricks per Square Meter = Total Number of Bricks or Blocks

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Formula 2:

  1. Wall Volume
    Wall Thickness × Wall Height × Wall Length = Wall Volume
  2. Brick Volume
    Wall Volume × 0.8 = Brick Volume
  3. Number of Bricks
    (Volume of One Brick or Block) / (Brick Volume) = Total Number of Bricks or Blocks

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Estimating brick quantity for walls

Note:

These formulas and calculations are approximate and can be used to estimate the number of various types of bricks, including clay bricks, hollow blocks, ceiling and wall blocks, decorative bricks, and others like Leca or Lofoten bricks.