Bricks & Blocks: Common Questions Answered
Quick answers to everyday trade questions from Gilmore Building Supplies.
🧱 How many bricks to a block?
A standard concrete block (440 × 215 × 100 mm) has roughly the same face area as six standard UK bricks (215 × 65 mm) when allowing for mortar joints. One block replaces about six bricks in a wall. Check out our concrete block collection for options and sizes.
📏 How many bricks do I need?
With standard 10 mm mortar joints, you’ll need around 60 standard bricks per square metre of wall area. Multiply your wall area (in m²) by 60 and add 5–10% extra for waste and cuts. Browse our brick range to find styles that fit your project.
🌬️ How many air bricks do I need?
Air bricks are generally spaced every 1.5–2 metres along a wall, depending on ventilation needs and building regulations. Check your project’s specification or confirm with local building control before ordering. You can view our full air brick range here.
🏠 How many bricks in a house?
A typical three-bedroom UK home might use 10,000–15,000 bricks, depending on size, design, and whether it’s fully brick-built or part brick/part block. For more tailored estimates, explore our full brick collection.
📦 How many bricks in a pallet?
Most standard facing brick pallets hold 400–500 bricks, depending on manufacturer and brick type. Always check the exact pack quantity before ordering. You can find pallet pack info on each product page in our brick selection.
🌧️ Can you lay bricks in the rain?
Light rain isn’t usually a problem, but heavy rain can wash away mortar and affect strength. Cover your work if rain is forecast and protect fresh brickwork with waterproof sheeting.
🎨 What are facing bricks?
Facing bricks are designed for the visible outer layer of a wall. They offer a decorative and weather-resistant finish, available in a variety of colours, textures, and styles. See our facing brick range.
📦 How many blocks in a pack?
A pack of standard 100 mm concrete blocks usually contains 72–100 blocks, depending on manufacturer and block type. Browse our blocks category for specific pack sizes.
📦 How many concrete blocks on a pallet?
For 440 × 215 × 100 mm blocks, expect 72–88 per pallet. Larger or thicker blocks will have fewer per pallet due to weight limits. Check pallet breakdowns under each product listed in our block range.
📐 How many breeze blocks per m²?
With 10 mm mortar joints, you’ll need about 10 standard blocks per square metre of wall area. Multiply your wall area by 10 and add 5–10% for waste and cuts. We stock a variety of sizes—browse blocks in our block collection.
🧮 How many concrete blocks do I need?
Measure your wall area in square metres, multiply by 10 (including mortar allowance), and add 5–10% extra for waste, offcuts, and breakages. Need help selecting? See our blocks & bricks section for full specifications.
