Which Brick Mosaic Size Should You Choose?

Brick mosaic sizes run from 16×16 to 40×50 inches, with 2,500 to 20,480 pieces and an estimated 2.5 to 20 hours to build. Pick the size by the space on your wall, the time you want to spend building, and who will be in the photo.

Below you will find what is in every kit, a size-by-size table, and a simple way to match a size to the gift. For current prices, see each size on the product page.

What is in every kit

Every Memobrick kit is a DIY brick mosaic kit made from your photo. Each one includes:

• 1×1 bricks in the colors your design uses, from a palette of 40+ colors. They come in small labeled bags sorted by color.
• White baseplates.
• Personalized building instructions, a printed color map of your design.
• A building tool.

Frames are sold separately. The kit is a build-at-home kit, so you place the bricks yourself.

Brick mosaic sizes at a glance

Size (inches)	Baseplates	Pieces	Estimated build time	A good fit for
16×16	1	2,500	2.5 hours	A first build, a desk or shelf
20×20	4	4,096	4 hours	A pet or a couple
20×30 and 30×20	6	6,144	6 hours	A portrait or landscape photo
40×20	8	8,192	8 hours	A wide photo, 1 to 3 people
30×30	9	9,216	9 hours	A family project, 1 to 4 people
20×50 and 50×20	10	10,240	10 hours	A long statement piece, 1 to 4 people
30×40 and 40×30	12	12,288	12 hours	A family photo, 1 to 5 people
30×50 and 50×30	15	15,360	15 hours	A large wall, 1 to 5 people
40×40	16	16,384	16 hours	A big centerpiece, 1 to 5 people
40×50	20	20,480	20 hours	The biggest size, 1 to 6 people

Build times are estimates. Your own pace will vary.

How long does it take to build?

Build times are estimates, so split them across evenings

A 9-hour mosaic does not need one long day. Most people build a section at a time, a baseplate or two per evening, and bring the pieces together at the end. Bricks come sorted in labeled bags by color, and the printed color map shows you where each one goes.

A good size for a first build

The 16×16 (2,500 pieces, about 2.5 hours) and the 20×20 (4,096 pieces, about 4 hours) fit in a single weekend afternoon. They are a kind way to start if you have not built a brick mosaic before.

A family project

From 30×30 up, the build becomes a shared activity. Spread the bags on a table and let everyone take a baseplate. The finished piece is something the whole family can point to.

How many people fit in the photo?

For the larger sizes, the product pages list how many people suit the photo: 40×20 fits 1 to 3 people, 30×30 and 20×50 fit 1 to 4, 30×40, 30×50 and 40×40 fit 1 to 5, and 40×50 fits 1 to 6. If your photo has a group, go larger so every face has enough bricks.

For the smaller sizes, upload your photo and check the preview. It shows your photo as a mosaic before you order.

Which size for which gift

• Couples. A wedding, trip or anniversary photo works well in the middle sizes. See our personalized Christmas photo gifts guide for ideas by recipient.
• Pets. One clear face is enough, so a smaller size can look great.
• Family photos. Choose a larger size so everyone is clear.
• Parents and grandparents. A family photo in a size they can hang in the living room. For a hard-to-shop-for person, read a gift for the person who has everything.
• Kids and teens. A smaller size is a manageable project to build together.

Frames are sold separately

Frames are available for these sizes: 16×16, 20×20, 20×30 and 30×20, 30×30, 30×40 and 40×30, and 40×40. Check the product page for current prices and availability.

Order by December 15 for Christmas

To receive your kit before Christmas, order by December 15, 2026.

FAQ

What size brick mosaic should I get?

Start with the photo. One or two faces suit a smaller size. A group suits a larger one. Then think about wall space and how long you want to build. Upload your photo and use the preview to compare.

How many pieces are in a brick mosaic kit?

It depends on the size. A 16×16 has 2,500 pieces, a 20×20 has 4,096, a 30×30 has 9,216, and a 40×50 has 20,480. All pieces are 1×1 bricks.

How long does it take to build?

Estimates run from about 2.5 hours for a 16×16 to about 20 hours for a 40×50. You can split the build across several evenings.

Is a frame included?

No. Frames are sold separately.

Which size fits a family photo?

The product pages list 1 to 4 people for 30×30, 1 to 5 for 30×40, 40×40 and 30×50, and 1 to 6 for 40×50. Use the preview to see how your photo looks.

Can Memobrick design it for me?

Yes, if you want help. Memobrick's designers can create the design and send a free proof before production. It is optional, and you can always use the editor on your own.

When do I order for Christmas?

Order by December 15, 2026 to receive your kit before Christmas.

Start your design

Ready to see your photo in bricks? Upload it and start your design. Questions first? Read our frequently asked questions.