How many bricks per m² for each brick type — single and double skin.
Estimating bricks accurately avoids costly re-orders. Here are the standard counts per square metre for common South African bricks.
| Brick | Application | Bricks per m² |
|---|---|---|
| Stock brick (single skin) | wall | ~50 /m² |
| Maxi brick | wall | ~34 /m² |
| Face brick (single skin) | wall | ~50 /m² |
Why builders choose us
- ~50 stock bricks/m²
- ~34 maxi bricks/m²
- Double skin = 2×
- Add ~5% for waste
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Frequently asked questions
How many bricks per square metre?
About 50 stock or face bricks per m² for a single skin, and roughly 34 maxi bricks per m².
How many bricks for a double wall?
Double the single-skin count — about 100 stock bricks per m².