Concrete Calculator

Concrete Calculator

The Concrete Calculator estimates the volume and weight of concrete necessary to cover a given area. Purchasing slightly more concrete than the estimated result can reduce the probability of having insufficient concrete.

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Modify the values and click the Calculate button to use
Slabs, Square Footings, or Walls
Result
Volume
Weight needed
Using 60-lb bags
Using 80-lb bags

* Density: 2,130 kg/m³ or 133 lbs/ft³. Different types of concrete can have very different densities.

Hole, Column, or Round Footings
Result
Volume
Weight needed
Using 60-lb bags
Using 80-lb bags

* Density: 2,130 kg/m³ or 133 lbs/ft³. Different types of concrete can have very different densities.

Circular Slab or Tube
Result
Volume
Weight needed
Using 60-lb bags
Using 80-lb bags

* Density: 2,130 kg/m³ or 133 lbs/ft³. Different types of concrete can have very different densities.

Curb and Gutter Barrier
Result
Volume
Weight needed
Using 60-lb bags
Using 80-lb bags

* Density: 2,130 kg/m³ or 133 lbs/ft³. Different types of concrete can have very different densities.

Stairs
Result
Volume
Weight needed
Using 60-lb bags
Using 80-lb bags

* Density: 2,130 kg/m³ or 133 lbs/ft³. Different types of concrete can have very different densities.

User Guide

How to Use:

  1. Select calculator type
  2. Choose unit of measurement
  3. Enter dimensions
  4. Specify quantity
  5. Click Calculate

Understanding Results:

  • Volume: Concrete needed in cubic feet, yards, meters
  • Weight: Total weight in lbs and kg
  • Bags: Number of 60-lb or 80-lb bags needed

Tips:

  • Order 5-10% extra for spillage
  • Density: 2,130 kg/m³ (133 lbs/ft³)
  • Double-check measurements
Formulas

1. Slabs, Footings, Walls:
Volume = Length × Width × Thickness × Quantity

2. Columns:
Volume = π × (Diameter/2)² × Height × Quantity

3. Tubes:
Volume = π × [(Outer D/2)² - (Inner D/2)²] × Height × Quantity

4. Curb:
Volume = (Depth × Height × Length + Width × Thickness × Length) × Quantity

5. Stairs:
Volume = Sum(Tread Depth × Step Number × Riser Height × Width) + Platform Volume

Weight:
lbs = Volume(ft³) × 133
kg = Volume(m³) × 2,130

Bags:
60-lb = Weight(lbs) ÷ 60
80-lb = Weight(lbs) ÷ 80

π ≈ 3.14159