Wholesale Himalayan Salt Blocks for Walls


Each block covers 0.44 sq ft, so a wall needs 2.25 blocks per square foot instead of 4.5 bricks, and about a third less joint length. At 5.67 lb each, a block wall weighs about 12.8 lb per square foot. For cooking, see our thicker cooking blocks.

Introduction

Himalayan salt blocks for walls, 8 × 8 × 1 in, cut from Khewra rock salt. Each block covers 0.44 sq ft, so a wall needs half as many pieces as 8 × 4 in bricks or tiles and has a third less joint length. Wholesale quantities are available for contractors, spas, and designers. Looking for blocks to cook on? See our Himalayan salt cooking blocks.

Wall block specifications

Size 8 × 8 × 1 in (length × width × thickness)
Weight per block 5.67 lb as shipped
Face area 0.44 sq ft per block
Blocks per sq ft of wall 2.25
Wall weight About 12.8 lb per sq ft
Material Himalayan rock salt (halite), Khewra Salt Mine, Pakistan
Colour Natural pink to orange, different on every block

How many wall blocks do I need?

Wall area in square feet × 2.25, plus 10% for chips and cuts, rounded up. For small walls or walls with many cuts, order 15–20% extra, because each large, thin block that chips is a bigger share of the order.

Wall area Blocks (net) With 10% extra Weight on the wall Adhesive cartridges (estimate)*
10 sq ft 23 25 about 128 lb 2
25 sq ft 57 62 about 319 lb 4
50 sq ft 113 124 about 638 lb 8
100 sq ft 225 248 about 1,276 lb 15
200 sq ft 450 496 about 2,552 lb 29–30

*One 300 ml cartridge of our salt adhesive joins about 30 to 33 bricks of 8 × 4 in. A block has twice the face area, so plan on roughly 15 to 16 blocks per cartridge and confirm on a test panel.

Why larger blocks mean fewer joints

Joints are where a salt wall shows its seams, and where light leaks on a backlit wall. An 8 × 4 in brick or tile wall has about 54 in of joint per sq ft. An 8 × 8 in block wall has about 36 in, and you lay half as many pieces. The trade-off is that a larger, thinner piece needs more care to handle flat and unbroken.

Piece Wall weight (lb/sq ft) Pieces per sq ft Joint length (in per sq ft)
Brick 8 × 4 × 2 in 24.75 4.5 54
Tile 8 × 4 × 0.75 in 9.0 4.5 54
Block 8 × 8 × 1 in 12.8 2.25 36

Before you order

Backing. At about 12.8 lb per sq ft, a block wall sits between tiles (9–11) and 2 in bricks (24.75). Have your contractor confirm the backing and the fixing method before you buy.

Adhesive. Use a clear adhesive made for salt, not ordinary tile adhesive.

Where they can go. Dry indoor rooms only. Keep blocks away from steam, splashes, and outdoor weather. For a dry sauna, keep them clear of the heater’s clearance zone and direct steam, and message us your setup first.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Himalayan salt blocks and salt bricks?

Our wall blocks are 8 × 8 × 1 in and cover 0.44 sq ft each. Bricks are 8 × 4 × 2 in and cover 0.22 sq ft. A block wall uses half as many pieces and has about a third less joint length. A brick wall is thicker and about twice as heavy per square foot.

How many Himalayan salt blocks do I need for a wall?

2.25 per square foot. A 50 sq ft wall takes about 113 blocks, or 124 with a 10% allowance.

How heavy is a salt block wall?

Each block weighs 5.67 lb, which gives about 12.8 lb per sq ft. A 100 sq ft wall carries about 1,276 lb of salt.

Can I cook on these blocks?

No. These 8 × 8 × 1 in blocks are sold for walls. For cooking, choose our thicker 1.5 in and 2 in cooking blocks.

Can salt blocks be used in a sauna?

In a dry sauna, clear of the heater’s clearance zone and direct steam, with good ventilation. Message us your setup, and we will say what we would do.

Can salt blocks be cut or drilled?

Yes. Wet cutting and drilling work. Wear eye and dust protection.

Is Himalayan salt from Tibet?

No. Our blocks are cut from rock salt mined at Khewra in Punjab, Pakistan. “Himalayan” is a trade name.

Do you sell wholesale Himalayan salt blocks?

Yes. We supply bulk quantities to contractors, spas, wellness centers, designers and, distributors. Message us for pallet quotes and delivery details.