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Brick Sizes & Names

If you are building with bricks it is important to know the different standard brick sizes that are available. By knowing the brick sizes you will be able to order the correct quantity of bricks for your project. Table 1 provides the name, nominal and actual brick sizes and the quantity of bricks needed to cover 1 square foot of wall.

pallets of bricks
Figure 1 - Pallets of bricks

Table 1 - Brick Name - Nominal & Actual Brick Size

Table 1 - Brick Name - Nominal & Actual Brick Size

Note 1: Quantity of bricks needed to cover 1 sq. ft., with 1/4″ vertical and horizontal mortar joints.