Calculating Brick Quantity for a Small Patio

A homeowner wants to lay 16-inch square bricks in a 62" x 42" dirt area but the dimensions aren't divisible by the brick size.

Either cut bricks to fit or adjust the patio dimensions. 4 bricks = 64 inches (exceeds 62); 3 bricks = 48 inches. A 3x4 layout uses 12 bricks but leaves gaps. A sub-base of crushed gravel and sand is recommended unless in a frost-free zone with good drainage, where sand alone may suffice.