Calculate bricks, blocks, and mortar for masonry projects
Our masonry material estimator calculates the number of bricks or blocks and bags of mortar needed for your wall project. Accurate material estimation prevents costly mid-project delays and ensures you have consistent materials from the same production lot.
The calculator accounts for your chosen unit type (standard bricks or concrete blocks), mortar joint thickness, and wall dimensions. It calculates the number of courses, units per row, and total mortar required, plus a waste factor for cuts and breakage.
This tool is perfect for DIY masons building garden walls, barbecues, or planters, contractors preparing estimates, and anyone asking "how many bricks do I need for a wall?" or "how much mortar for block wall?" Running out of material mid-project is frustrating and expensive.
Follow these steps to estimate masonry materials: