King Size Brick Calculator — 4.7 Bricks Per Sq Ft
Estimate king-size brick (9-5/8 × 2-3/4-inch face) — fewer bricks and less mortar than modular for the same wall area. Returns count and mortar bags.
Enter Dimensions
Standard is 3/8 in (0.375)
Results
Bricks Needed
1,207bricks
Mortar Bags (60 lb)
35bags
Type S mortar, ~35 bricks/bag
Wall Area
160sq ft
Bricks per Sq Ft
6.86bricks/sq ft
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King-size brick (9-5/8 × 2-3/4 face) is a popular alternative to standard modular brick — fewer pieces, less mortar, and a larger-scale aesthetic that suits modern architecture. 4.7 king-size bricks cover one square foot of wall, vs 6.86 for modular — a 31% reduction in piece count.
The trade-off is per-piece cost: king-size runs 30-40% more per brick than modular. Total wall material cost typically lands similar to modular; labor savings (fewer placements) usually tilt the math in king-size's favor.
How to Estimate King-Size Brick
Bricks = Wall Area × 4.7 × (1 + waste %). Mortar = ⌈Bricks ÷ 35⌉ × 60 lb bags.
King-Size Brick Reference
- Actual: 9-5/8 × 2-3/4 × 3-5/8 in
- Nominal: 10 × 3 × 4 in
- Coverage: 4.7 bricks per sq ft
- Weight: ~5.6 lb each
- Pallet: 400 bricks (~2,290 lb)
- Mortar: 1 bag 60 lb per ~35 bricks (vs 30 for modular)
- Price: $0.60-1.20 each (~30-40% premium vs modular)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many king-size bricks per square foot?
4.7 king-size bricks per square foot — about 31% fewer than modular (6.86/sq ft). The face area is 9-5/8 × 2-3/4 = 26.5 sq in including joints, so 144 ÷ 26.5 = 4.7.
Why use king-size instead of modular?
30% fewer brick placements means faster labor and ~25% less mortar consumption. Bricks cost ~30% more per piece, but total wall cost is similar to modular. Larger size also creates a more modern aesthetic with less visible joint pattern.
What is the size of a king-size brick?
Actual: 9-5/8 × 2-3/4 × 3-5/8 inch. Nominal (with mortar joint): 10 × 3 × 4 inch. King-size is larger than modular in both face dimensions (length and height).
How many king-size bricks per pallet?
Typically 400 per pallet (cube), weighing ~2,290 lb. Slightly fewer per pallet than modular (500) due to the larger size, but pallet weight stays similar.
How much does king-size brick cost?
$0.60-1.20 per brick depending on supplier and color — about 30-40% more per piece than modular. Per square foot of wall, total brick cost runs close to modular due to fewer pieces needed.
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