Brick flooring costs £250 to £400 per 1000 bricks for ordinary facing bricks, with high-end handmade bricks costing up to £1200 per 1000 bricks or charged at £3 to £5 per brick.
Bricklayers charge £600 per 1000 bricks, but the price varies depending on your location, the time and effort spent doing the work, and the labour rate in your area. In London, the cost can go up to £1200 per 1000 bricks or more.
Some bricklayers also prefer to charge you per day or based on the extent they need to cover in square metres. The standard rate is £200 per day.
If you want to install brick flooring but don’t know the exact number of bricks you will need, you can use this very uncomplicated trick:
- Determine the size of your floor in square metres.
- Multiply this value by 60 – the standard number of bricks per square metre of flooring.
You can also use an online brick calculator tool.
For example, if your floor area is 16 square metres, you will require 960 bricks. Assuming you get 1000 bricks, you can now calculate the amount you need to pay based on the type of bricks.
It is also important to note that some bricks may break during transportation or bricklaying, and it is advisable to buy a few extra ones to cater for such inconveniences.
Tips for cost-affecting factors of brick flooring
The type of brick and manufacturing process.
Bricks come in a variety of shapes and sizes, each constructed uniquely. Types of bricks include:
Facing bricks (Wire-cut clay and soft mud bricks)
Facing bricks cost £600 to £1000 per 1000 bricks. Concrete facing bricks are more affordable than clay facing bricks.
Engineering bricks (Class A and Class B)
These have high compressive strength and can withstand damage caused by weather changes such as frost or water damage. They cost £400 to £1000 per 1000 bricks.
Common bricks (machine-made)
They are usually produced in bulk and have a similar appearance. These bricks are also the most affordable, with an average of £300 per 1000 bricks.
Handmade bricks
These are made individually with different aesthetics and designs. They are the most expensive costing up to £5 per brick.
The supply and demand for bricks in the region
If the demand for bricks in the area is more than the supply, then prices will be higher. This will significantly impact the market prices.
The location
Unlike the neighbouring areas, bricks cost higher in London. Some of the things that contribute to the high costs include the high cost of living, transportation costs and availability of raw materials.
What is the total cost of brick flooring?
| Component | Cost/Details |
|---|---|
| Bricks (per 1000) | Ordinary: £250 – £400 – High-end handmade: Up to £1200 |
| Bricklayer Charges ( per 1000 ) | Standard: £600 – London: Up to £1200 per – Daily rate: £200 |
| Brick Calculation | Square metres x 60 bricks |
| Extra Bricks | Recommended for breakage |
| Types of Bricks | – Facing bricks: £600-£1000 – Engineering bricks: £400-£1000 – Common bricks: ~£300 – Handmade bricks: Up to £5 each |
The total cost of brick flooring is the sum of the amount spent on bricks and the cost of labour plus any other additional expenses involved, such as transportation and scaffolding (where necessary).
The average cost of brick flooring per 1000 bricks is £250 to £400. Brick prices are usually per 1000 pieces. Bricklaying costs £200 per day on average. Some bricklayers work with partners, and it is advisable to confirm whether the labour costs cover all the team members or each person individually.