Queen Size Brick Calculator — 5.7 Bricks Per Sq Ft
Estimate queen-size brick (7-5/8 × 2-3/4-inch) — taller modular variant with fewer pieces and joints per square foot of wall area than standard modular.
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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Queen-size brick (7-5/8 × 2-3/4 face) is the taller cousin of modular brick — same length, half-inch taller. The result: 17% fewer pieces per wall area, slightly larger visible joint spacing, and modestly higher per-piece cost.
For the larger king-size variant, see the King Size Brick Calculator.
How to Estimate Queen-Size Brick
Bricks = Wall Area × 5.7 × (1 + waste %). Mortar = ⌈Bricks ÷ 32⌉ × 60 lb Type N bags.
Queen-Size Brick Reference
- Actual: 7-5/8 × 2-3/4 × 3-5/8 in
- Coverage: 5.7 bricks per sq ft
- Weight: ~5.2 lb each
- Pallet: 450 bricks (~2,340 lb)
- Courses per 8 ft: 30 (vs 36 for modular)
- Price: $0.55-1.00 each
Frequently Asked Questions
How many queen-size bricks per square foot?
5.7 queen-size bricks per square foot — about 17% fewer than modular (6.86/sq ft). Face is 7-5/8 × 2-3/4 inch = 21 sq in effective with mortar joints.
What is the size of a queen-size brick?
Actual: 7-5/8 × 2-3/4 × 3-5/8 inch. Same length as modular but 1/2 inch taller — 4 courses + 4 joints = 13 inches vs modular's 10-1/2 inches per 4 courses.
When should I use queen-size over modular?
Queen-size suits projects where slightly fewer mortar joints are desired without going all the way to king-size dimensions. Common for residential exteriors and feature walls where contractors charge by piece rather than face area.
How much does queen-size brick cost?
$0.55-1.00 per brick (~20% more than modular). Per square foot of wall, total cost is similar to modular due to fewer pieces (~17% fewer).
How many queen-size bricks per pallet?
Typically 450 per pallet — slightly fewer than modular's 500. Pallet weight is roughly the same (~2,300 lb) due to heavier per-brick weight (~5.2 lb).
Looking for the general calculator?
Calculate bricks and mortar bags for walls, patios, and masonry projects. Supports standard modular, queen, and Norman bricks with adjustable mortar joint size.
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