Both are durable and graded on a scale to match the building material with project needs. While there are differences between the two, the main difference is cosmetic. Face bricks are made to face the world with a smooth look. Common bricks are durable but do not have smooth sides.
How Much Does Face Brick Cost In South Africa
Grade bricks from only R3. 49 ea.
How much is a pallet of paving bricks in South Africa?
R950 per pallet of 500 Grey paving bricks. R1000 per pallet of 500 bricks of Red, charcoal, and yellow.
R1200 per pallet of 500 bricks Tan, Terracotta, Green, and Brown.
One pallet of 500 bricks covers 10 square meters.
How much is paving per square meter in South Africa?
Paving in South Africa, for labour, costs between R85 and R200 per square meter.
Materials can cost between R85 and R300 per square meter.
How do I calculate how much sand I need?
To determine how much sand, topsoil, or stone you need to fill an area:
- Measure number of square feet in the area.
- # of square feet x depth in feet = # of cubic feet.
- # of cubic feet /divided by 27 = # of cubic yards.
- # of cubic yards x (unit weight in pounds / 2000) = # of tons needed.
What are face bricks used for?
They are primarily used for the external walls of a building and so are generally chosen for their aesthetic qualities but they also must be weather resistant. Wienerberger manufactures the widest range of facing bricks available in SA