Maxi Face Brick

Maxi Face Brick

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Maxi Face Bricks

CoroJem clay maxi face bricks

CoroJem maxi face bricks are larger-format clay face bricks measuring approximately 222 × 150 × 73 mm. The larger format can reduce the number of units required per square metre while retaining a finished clay face for exposed walls. They are distinct from non-brand-specific plaster clay maxi bricks, which are intended for more budget-orientated projects where the wall will normally receive a plastered finish. Compare colour, texture, product data and current availability before ordering

Clay maxi brick calculator

Estimate approximately

52

CoroJem maxi face bricks per m²

wall area × 52 = estimated quantity

Add an allowance for cuts and site wastage. Request project pricing and delivery to Gauteng, North West, Limpopo, Mpumalanga or the Free State, subject to product availability and transport quotation.

Maxi face bricks combine the natural appearance of fired clay with a wider brick format. They are generally selected for projects where the completed brick surface will remain visible and form part of the building's architectural character.

The Corojem maxi face bricks displayed in this category have an approximate size of:

222 mm long × 150 mm wide × 73 mm high

These dimensions differ from conventional face-brick formats, particularly in the width of the brick. Maxi face bricks should therefore be specified by their complete dimensions rather than simply being described as ordinary face bricks.

Brick Tile Shop assists homeowners, contractors, architects, developers and quantity surveyors with product selection, preliminary quantity calculations and transport quotations for clay maxi face bricks.

Quick Answer: What Is a Maxi Face Brick?

A maxi face brick is a larger-format clay brick intended for masonry where the brick surface may remain exposed. The Corojem maxi face bricks in this category measure approximately 222 × 150 × 73 mm and require an estimated 52 bricks per square metre of net wall area.

A non-brand-specific plaster clay maxi brick is also available in the broader market for more budget-oriented projects. Plaster maxi bricks are normally selected for walls that will be plastered or otherwise covered and must not automatically be treated as equivalent to Corojem maxi face bricks.

Corojem Maxi Face Brick Information

Category detailInformation
Product categoryMaxi face bricks
Brick materialClay
Brand or rangeCorojem
Approximate dimensions222 × 150 × 73 mm
Estimating rateApproximately 52 bricks per m²
Primary finishExposed clay face-brick masonry
Budget alternativeNon-brand-specific plaster clay maxi bricks
Main supply regionGauteng and surrounding provinces
Extended delivery areasNorth West, Limpopo, Mpumalanga and Free State

All dimensions and quantities are preliminary. Confirm the final specifications, product availability and pack quantities before ordering.

Why Maxi Face Brick Dimensions Matter

The approximately 150 mm brick width affects more than the appearance of the wall. It can influence:

  • The specified wall thickness
  • Foundation and slab-edge details
  • Damp-proof course width
  • Window and door reveals
  • Lintel dimensions
  • Wall-tie selection
  • Cavity and insulation details
  • Junctions with other walls
  • Material quantities
  • Transport and offloading requirements

A building designed around a different brick format should be reviewed before maxi face bricks are substituted. The responsible architect, engineer or contractor should approve any changes that affect wall construction or structural details.

The ± symbol used with the dimensions indicates that the size is approximate. Clay masonry products can be subject to normal manufacturing tolerances, so the actual product should be checked before final construction details are completed.

Corojem Maxi Face Bricks or Plaster Clay Maxi Bricks?

The correct choice depends mainly on the required finish, project specification and available budget.

Choose Corojem Maxi Face Bricks When:

  • The brickwork will remain visible
  • Clay colour and surface appearance are important
  • The building design specifies maxi face bricks
  • A finished face-brick elevation is required
  • The project needs a recognised product range
  • The wall will not be completely covered with plaster

Consider Plaster Clay Maxi Bricks When:

  • The completed wall will be plastered
  • The project is strongly budget-driven
  • The appearance of the individual brick will be hidden
  • The approved building specification allows a plaster maxi brick
  • The particular product's dimensions and technical properties have been confirmed

Plaster clay maxi bricks may be supplied by different manufacturers. Their dimensions, strength, coverage rate, appearance and pack quantities may differ. The Corojem size and the estimate of 52 bricks per square metre should not automatically be applied to every generic plaster maxi brick.

Appearance and Design Considerations

Corojem clay maxi face bricks can give a building a substantial masonry appearance while retaining the natural variation associated with clay products. The final effect is influenced by more than the brick colour alone.

Important design choices include:

  • Brick colour and tonal variation
  • Mortar colour
  • Joint profile
  • Brick bond
  • Wall proportions
  • Window and door colours
  • Roof colour
  • Surrounding paving and landscaping
  • Natural and artificial lighting

A light mortar can emphasise the outline of every brick, while a darker or closely matched mortar may create a more blended elevation. The effect should be evaluated with a physical sample panel before large-scale construction begins.

Managing Natural Clay Variation

Colour and surface variation can occur between individual clay bricks and production batches. This variation contributes to the authentic character of clay masonry, but it must be distributed correctly during construction.

For more balanced face brickwork:

  • Inspect physical samples before ordering.
  • Order the full project quantity where practical.
  • Confirm whether the supply will come from one production run.
  • Open and use bricks from several pallets simultaneously.
  • Distribute lighter and darker units across the elevation.
  • Build and approve a sample panel.
  • Confirm the mortar colour and joint profile.
  • Retain extra bricks for future alterations or repairs.

Do not rely exclusively on website images when selecting a clay brick. Screens, photography and lighting conditions can affect the perceived colour.

Maxi Face Brick Calculator

Use the following preliminary coverage rate for the Corojem maxi face bricks in this category:

52 maxi face bricks per square metre

This calculation applies to the net wall area and excludes the additional bricks required for wastage, cutting, breakages, brick selection and future repairs.

Maxi Face Brick Formula

Net wall area in m² × 52 = estimated number of maxi face bricks

Round the calculated answer up to the next complete brick.

Quick Maxi Face Brick Quantity Table

Net wall areaBase brick quantity
5 m²260 bricks
10 m²520 bricks
20 m²1,040 bricks
30 m²1,560 bricks
40 m²2,080 bricks
50 m²2,600 bricks
75 m²3,900 bricks
100 m²5,200 bricks
150 m²7,800 bricks
200 m²10,400 bricks
250 m²13,000 bricks
500 m²26,000 bricks

How to Measure a Wall

  • Calculate the gross wall area:Wall length × wall height = gross wall area
  • Calculate the area of each door and window:Opening width × opening height = opening area
  • Subtract the openings:Gross wall area − total opening area = net wall area
  • Calculate the bricks:Net wall area × 52 = estimated maxi face brick quantity

Worked Example

A building has 80 m² of gross external wall area. Doors and windows account for 12.5 m².

Net wall area:

80 m² − 12.5 m² = 67.5 m²

Brick calculation:

67.5 m² × 52 = 3,510 maxi face bricks

The preliminary requirement is therefore 3,510 bricks before adding the project allowance.

Important Calculator Notes

The rate of 52 bricks per square metre is an estimate. Actual consumption can be affected by:

  • Mortar-joint thickness
  • Brick manufacturing tolerances
  • Wall bond and design
  • Piers and columns
  • Corners and returns
  • Window and door details
  • Cutting and breakages
  • Construction workmanship
  • Architectural features

Ask the contractor or quantity surveyor to confirm the final order quantity and an appropriate allowance before purchasing.

Calculating Cavity and Double-Leaf Walls

The rate of 52 bricks per square metre applies to one masonry face or wall leaf constructed with the relevant maxi face brick.

For cavity walls, calculate each leaf separately according to the product used. Do not automatically multiply the total by two unless the same maxi face brick is specified for both leaves and both have the same net wall area.

Maxi Face Brick Prices and Quotations

The final cost of maxi face bricks depends on more than the individual unit price. A complete project quotation may be affected by:

  • Selected Corojem product and colour
  • Required quantity
  • Current factory or supplier availability
  • Pack and pallet configuration
  • Delivery distance
  • Vehicle capacity
  • Offloading requirements
  • Site accessibility
  • Fuel and transport charges
  • Whether multiple deliveries are required

When comparing products, consider the complete delivered and installed cost. A lower price per brick does not necessarily mean a lower total project cost if the brick dimensions, coverage rate, transport requirements or finishing system differ.

Maxi Face Bricks in Gauteng

Brick Tile Shop can assist with Corojem maxi face brick quotations throughout Gauteng, including Pretoria, Johannesburg, Centurion, Midrand, Sandton, Randburg, Roodepoort, Krugersdorp, Kempton Park, Germiston, Boksburg, Benoni, Alberton, Vereeniging and Vanderbijlpark.

Pretoria Johannesburg Centurion Midrand Sandton Randburg Roodepoort Krugersdorp Kempton Park Germiston Boksburg Benoni Alberton Vereeniging Vanderbijlpark

The complete delivery address should be supplied when requesting a quotation. Delivery charges can vary considerably between areas and depend on order size, vehicle requirements and offloading conditions.

Maxi Face Bricks in North West

Maxi face brick supply and delivery quotations may be requested for projects in Rustenburg, Brits, Hartbeespoort, Potchefstroom, Klerksdorp, Mahikeng and surrounding North West areas.

Rustenburg Brits Hartbeespoort Potchefstroom Klerksdorp Mahikeng

For larger developments, provide the expected construction programme and whether the bricks will be required in one delivery or several phases.

Maxi Face Bricks in Limpopo

Contractors, developers and property owners can request quotations for maxi face bricks delivered to Polokwane, Mokopane, Bela-Bela, Modimolle, Lephalale, Tzaneen and other Limpopo locations.

Polokwane Mokopane Bela-Bela Modimolle Lephalale Tzaneen

Long-distance transport should be calculated using the complete order quantity and exact delivery location.

Maxi Face Bricks in Mpumalanga

Corojem maxi face brick enquiries are welcomed for Mbombela, Nelspruit, eMalahleni, Middelburg, Secunda, Ermelo and surrounding areas of Mpumalanga.

Mbombela Nelspruit eMalahleni Middelburg Secunda Ermelo

Stock, transport availability, delivery route and safe site access must be confirmed before delivery is scheduled.

Maxi Face Bricks in the Free State

Brick Tile Shop can provide quotations for maxi face brick projects in Bloemfontein, Welkom, Kroonstad, Sasolburg, Bethlehem and other parts of the Free State.

Bloemfontein Welkom Kroonstad Sasolburg Bethlehem

Provide the required quantity, delivery address, preferred date and offloading arrangements so that transport can be quoted correctly.

Planning Your Maxi Face Brick Order

Before requesting pricing, collect the following information:

  • Total gross wall area
  • Total area of doors and windows
  • Calculated net wall area
  • Preliminary quantity at 52 bricks per square metre
  • Required Corojem colour or product
  • Project location
  • Complete delivery address
  • Preferred delivery date
  • Site access restrictions
  • Offloading requirements
  • Whether the order will be delivered once or in phases

Accurate project information helps prevent under-ordering, unnecessary transport costs and delays during construction.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maxi Face Bricks

What size is a Corojem maxi face brick?

The approximate size is 222 × 150 × 73 mm. The dimensions should be confirmed before finalising drawings, wall thicknesses and material quantities.

How many maxi face bricks are used per square metre?

Use approximately 52 Corojem maxi face bricks per square metre of net wall area. This is a preliminary rate before adding an allowance for waste and site conditions.

Is a maxi face brick the same as a standard face brick?

No. A maxi face brick has different dimensions, particularly its width. It should not be substituted for another face-brick format without reviewing the wall design.

Does the calculator include wastage?

No. The calculator produces a base quantity. Cutting, breakages, selection and future repairs must be added separately according to the contractor's recommendation.

Can maxi face bricks be used for double walls?

Their use depends on the approved wall design. Calculate each wall leaf separately and confirm the construction detail with the architect, engineer or contractor.

What is the difference between a face maxi and a plaster maxi?

A face maxi is selected for visible masonry, where the brick colour and texture contribute to the finished building. A plaster maxi is normally used where the wall will be plastered or covered.

Are plaster clay maxi bricks also manufactured by Corojem?

The plaster clay maxi products referred to here are non-brand-specific. Their manufacturers, dimensions and specifications may vary.

Are all clay maxi bricks approximately 222 × 150 × 73 mm?

No. That approximate size applies to the Corojem maxi face bricks described in this category. Other manufacturers may produce different maxi formats.

Can I order maxi face bricks for delivery outside Gauteng?

Delivery quotations may be requested for North West, Limpopo, Mpumalanga and the Free State. Supply is subject to stock, order quantity, delivery distance, transport availability and site access.

What information is needed for a quotation?

Provide the selected product, net wall area, estimated quantity, complete delivery address, required delivery date and any site-access or offloading restrictions.

Request a Quote for Maxi Face Bricks

Browse the available Corojem products in this category or contact Brick Tile Shop for assistance with maxi face brick prices, quantities and delivery.

For an accurate quotation, provide the required product, calculated wall area, approximate number of bricks and complete project address. All quotations remain subject to stock availability, confirmed specifications, order quantities and transport requirements.

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