Tuckpointing Mortar Calculator
Estimate mortar needed to repoint a brick wall by joint depth and wall area.
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Estimate mortar needed to repoint a brick wall by joint depth and wall area.
Tuckpointing Mortar Estimator
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Tuckpointing Quick Guide
Typical values for reference.
| Area m2 | Depth mm | Width mm | Litres |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 15 | 10 | 14 L |
| 20 | 15 | 10 | 57 L |
| 50 | 15 | 10 | 143 L |
| 100 | 15 | 10 | 286 L |
| Rule of Thumb | Check inputs | Use as a guide | Round sensibly |
Tuckpointing Mortar Calculator FAQ
Answers to common questions about this calculator.
Filling cut-out mortar joints with fresh mortar, often with a contrasting line.
Usually 15 to 25 mm, or twice the joint width.
One softer than the brick, such as lime-based.
Often 25 years or more.
