Brick sizes

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= A Handy Brick Size Guide =

Bricks are used for so many of our structures, and many people forget just how many different types of brick exist in the world.

So when you begin planning construction, it is important to [http://knowledge.specifiedby.com/articles/bricks-guide/ choose your bricks] wisely but also to check their dimensions to ensure they fit with the layout and plans. After all, there is nothing worse than ordering a load of bricks only to find out that they aren’t the right size.

To help out with the struggle, we have compiled a small, but handy, size guide for bricks that details the dimensions for some of the most commonly used bricks.

Deciding How Many Bricks You Need

As a general rule, the very standard brick size in the UK is 8.46” x 4.03” x 2.55” with mortar joints of 0.4”. Using this as an example, we can then lay out how to determine the number of bricks that will need to be used for the project.

First, you determine the size of the facing walls in square metres and multiply this number by 60. This is the standard number of bricks per square metre. It really is as simple as that. Of course, if you are still unsure then there are a large number of online calculators that you can use as well.

The Brick Size Guide

Here is a short, but handy, guide to the dimensions of some of the most commonly used bricks.

For Modular bricks, the dimensions are: 3.58”x7.58”x2.14”. These are commonly used bricks for the construction of buildings and homes.

For Standard bricks, the dimensions are: 3.58”x8”x2.14”. These, like Modular bricks, are also commonly used for the construction of buildings and homes.

For Oversize Modular bricks, the dimensions are: 3.58”x7.58”x2.34”. These tend to be used for slightly larger construction projects.

For the Queen Size bricks, the dimensions are: 2.34”x7.58”x2.34”. This is slightly smaller and more cost effective than a modular brick.

For the Engineer bricks, the dimensions are: 3.58”x8”x2.34”. These are used where strength and water/frost resistance are required. Very sturdy and reliable to use.

For the Closure bricks, the dimensions are: 3.58”x7.58”x3.12”. These are used to finish off a wall, especially at the corners. They are incredibly useful and vital to the completion of a building.

For the Norwegian bricks, the dimensions are: 3.58”x11.58”x2.34”. They are substantial bricks and can be used in loadbearing walls while still looking good. They have a natural beauty to them.

For the Monarch bricks, the dimensions are: 3.58”x15.58”x3.12”. These are commonly used for long stretches of wall and are very strong. They are usually used together on the aforementioned areas.

For the Utility bricks, the dimensions are: 3.58”x11.12”x3.12”. These bricks are very versatile and can be used for a range of construction projects.

For the Norman bricks, the dimensions are: 3.58”x11.58”x2.14”. These are classic industrial bricks for construction projects and commonly come in red or white.

To Conclude

Hopefully you found this short guide to brick sizes helpful. It’s always important to know what size bricks you need before you start a project, so always make sure you confirm before you buy to save you from wasting money. Don’t forget the trick to determining how many bricks you will need as well, it is sure to come in very handy.

Author Bio: Darren Lester is the founder of online construction platform, [https://www.specifiedby.com/ SpecifiedBy] based in Edinburgh.

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