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Brick and Block Calculator.
Estimate masonry units and mortar from the wall size, openings, unit size and joint.
Every opening uses the same width and height. Mortar is the joint share of the wall face times the unit thickness. Local arithmetic only. This is a quantity or geometry estimate, not a code check and not a substitute for a licensed professional.
- Net area
- 9 m²
- Units
- 600
- Mortar
- 0.16695 m³
Unit count divides the net wall area by one unit face plus the joint, then rounds up. Mortar is the net area times the unit thickness times the joint share of that face, then the waste factor.
How to use Brick and Block Calculator
Enter the wall, one repeated opening size, the masonry unit and the joint thickness.
How it works
Estimate masonry units and mortar from the wall size, openings, unit size and joint. Every opening uses the same width and height. Mortar is the joint share of the wall face times the unit thickness. Local arithmetic only. This is a quantity or geometry estimate, not a code check and not a substitute for a licensed professional.
Example
A 4 m × 2.5 m wall with one 1 m × 1 m opening.
Questions about Brick and Block Calculator
Is Brick and Block Calculator free, and do I need an account?
Yes. This tool is free to use in your browser without an account. Processing takes place on your device.
What are the limits and what should I check?
Every opening uses the same width and height. Mortar is the joint share of the wall face times the unit thickness. Local arithmetic only. This is a quantity or geometry estimate, not a code check and not a substitute for a licensed professional. Review the result before using it in your work.
Is my input sent to a server?
Your input is processed in your browser and is not uploaded by this tool. Files and pasted text are cleared when the page is refreshed. Normal website requests are still required to load the page and its libraries. Read the privacy explanation.