Brick Soldier Course Calculator
Estimate bricks for straight soldier courses above openings, along bands or at wall caps using editable brick width, mortar joint, waste and package size.
Default project preview
159 bricks
Full packages or pallets
1
Purchased bricks
500
Remaining bricks
341
Total course length
48 ft
Calculator
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Enter the project details and calculate a rounded material estimate.
Methodology
Transparent calculation
BuildMeter converts every input to a consistent internal unit, applies the selected allowance, and rounds products up to whole purchasable units.
Brick module = brick width + mortar joint. Layout bricks = total course length ÷ module, rounded up. Add waste, then round purchasing to full packages or pallets.
FAQ
Brick Soldier Course Calculator questions
Which brick dimension belongs in the width field?+
Enter the dimension that repeats horizontally when the brick is standing vertically in the soldier course, plus the separate mortar joint field.
Why can the actual joint width differ?+
Masons may adjust joints slightly to center the pattern over an opening or fit a fixed band length. A dry layout helps confirm the final module.
Does this calculate support above an opening?+
No. Lintels, shelf angles, flashing, reinforcement and bearing require the project details and qualified design where applicable.