12 by 16 ft slab at 5 inches
Calculate the requirements for a 12 ft by 16 ft residential slab at 5 in thickness with #4 bars at 18 in spacing. Ensure compliance with IRC R506 standards.
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Order volume
3.26 yd³
2.492 m³ placed+waste
Order weight
13,200 lb
5,987 kg
80 lb bags
147
4 pallets at 42 bags
60 lb bags
196
0.45 ft³ yield each
Rebar
276.00 ft
20 × 20 ft · 20 × 6 m · 203 lb
Ready-mix vs bags
$662.78
Truck $662.78 · 80 lb bags $992.25
Grid lines are equalized so the drawing stays readable. The order count uses on-center spacing with a bar at each end of the layout, then holds concrete cover in the field.
| Item | Net | Waste | Order | Unit price | Line total | Source Spec Material / Tool |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ready-mix concrete | 2.96 yd³ | 10% | 3.26 yd³ / 2.492 m³ | USD | $537.78 | Source Spec Material / Tool |
| Short-load fee | Under 4 yd³ | — | 1 truck @ 10 yd³ | USD | $125.00 | Source Spec Material / Tool |
| 80 lb pre-mix bags | 133.3 bags | 10% | 147 bags | USD | $992.25 | Source Spec Material / Tool |
| 60 lb pre-mix bags | 177.8 bags | 10% | 196 bags | USD | $1,058.40 | Source Spec Material / Tool |
| #4 rebar sticks, 20 ft | 20 sticks | 10% | 22 sticks / 20 × 6 m | USD | $308.00 | Source Spec Material / Tool |
| Rebar chairs | 99 crossings | 10% | 109 chairs | USD | $30.52 | Source Spec Material / Tool |
| Tie wire rolls | 99 ties | 10% | 1 rolls | USD | $8.00 | Source Spec Material / Tool |
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Ready-mix truck
$662.78
0.33 nominal 10 yd³ loads · 1 to order
80 lb bags
$992.25
60 lb alternative $1,058.40 · delivery weight 13,200 lb
| Thickness | Order yd³ | Order m³ | 80 lb bags | Rebar ft | Ready-mix | 80 lb cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 in | 2.61 | 1.994 | 118 | 304 | $555.22 | $796.50 |
| 5 in | 3.26 | 2.492 | 147 | 304 | $662.78 | $992.25 |
| 6 in | 3.91 | 2.990 | 176 | 304 | $770.33 | $1,188.00 |
Show the deterministic formula
Slab ft³ = L × W × thickness ÷ 12. Thickened-edge extra = footing band × (footing depth − slab thickness), with corner squares counted once.
yd³ = ft³ ÷ 27. m³ = ft³ × 0.0283168. Weight uses 150 lb/ft³, then the header converts that pound total at 1 lb = 0.45359237 kg. 80 lb bags yield 0.6 ft³ and 60 lb bags yield 0.45 ft³. Currency changes the price labels only.
Bars across a span = floor(span ÷ spacing) + 1. Order sticks = that count, plus 10, 5, or 15 percent waste, cut from 20 ft and 6 m stock. Chairs = one per grid intersection.
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This sheet is an estimate for ordering and layout discussion. It is not a sealed design. Confirm the quantities with a licensed local professional and the authority having jurisdiction before you buy or build.
Engineering notes
This calculator is designed for a residential slab measuring 12 ft by 16 ft with a thickness of 5 inches. Reinforcement is provided using #4 bars spaced at 18 inches on center. Please note that soil design considerations are excluded from this calculation.
For compliance, refer to the International Residential Code (IRC) Section R506, which outlines the requirements for concrete slabs in residential construction.
Code reference
IRC R506
Field questions
- What is the purpose of using #4 bars in the slab?
- The #4 bars provide tensile strength to the concrete slab, helping to prevent cracking and ensuring structural integrity.
- Why is soil design excluded from this calculation?
- Soil design is a complex aspect that depends on various factors such as soil type, load-bearing capacity, and local conditions, which are not covered in this calculator.
- What thickness is recommended for a residential slab?
- A thickness of 5 inches is commonly recommended for residential slabs, providing adequate strength for typical loads.
- How often should the #4 bars be spaced?
- The #4 bars should be spaced 18 inches on center, as specified in the design parameters.
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