Parapet Wall Calculator Nepal
Estimate terrace parapet face area, masonry volume, brick/block count, and material cost from perimeter and height.
How this works
face = perimeter × height − openings
volume = face × thickness
units = ceil(face / unit face) × (1+waste%)Worked example
40 m perimeter × 1 m high, 115 mm thick, brick face ~0.019 m² → 40 m² face and ~4.6 m³ masonry volume before finishes.
Sources
- Height, coping, and seismic detailing follow bylaws and structural drawings — see our parapet design guide.
FAQ
What parapet height is required in Nepal?
Municipal and NBC-related guidance and your approved drawings control height. Many terraces use about 0.9–1.2 m — confirm locally.
How do I get brick face area?
Use (brick length + joint) × (brick height + joint) in metres for one face, or the block face size for AAC/block parapets.
Does this include coping and plaster?
No — only masonry face/units. Add coping, plaster, waterproofing, and railings separately.
Can I use perimeter of the terrace?
Yes for a continuous parapet. Subtract gaps where the wall is open or rail-only.
Is volume for concrete parapets too?
Volume = face × thickness works for solid sections; RCC parapets need rebar from the structural drawing.