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sandijwilson

How do you estimate brick?

10 years ago

Is there a formula to use for estimating how much brick you will need for an area? I'm assuming bricks are mostly the same size, but I could be way off on that one! LOL

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  • 10 years ago
    last modified: 10 years ago

    Don't forget to add a minimum of 5% more to account for breakage. Not every brick that a mason cuts or breaks works out as planned. Plus there's usually some oddball flaws and bricks damaged by the wire ties holding the cubes together. If you have to order another pallet to finish the job, it may be from another colour lot and will stand out. Worse, there may be no more available as they're a discontinued colour/style. That's why you should always keep any leftovers stored away in case of future repairs and renos.

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