Number of Blocks in a Wall
This formula provides an estimate of the number of blocks/bricks required based on the dimensions of the wall and the size of the individual blocks.
Number of Blocks in a Wall formula |
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| \( n = W_l \; W_h \;/\; [\;(B_l \;/\; t) \; (B_h \;/\; t)\;] \) | ||
| Symbol | English | Metric |
| \( n \) = Number of Blocks | \(dimensionless\) | \(dimensionless\) |
| \( W_l \) = Wall Length | \(ft\) | \(m\) |
| \( W_h \) = Wall Height | \(ft\) | \(m\) |
| \( B_l \) = Block/Bdrick Length (Individual Block) | \(in\) | \(mm\) |
| \( t \) = Thickness of Mortar Joint | \(in\) | \(mm\) |
| \( B_h \) = Block/Brick Height (Individual Block) | \(in\) | \(mm\) |
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