14 by 18 ft slab at 4 inches
Calculate the requirements for a residential slab measuring 14 ft by 18 ft at 4 in thickness with #4 bars at 18 in spacing. Ensure compliance with IRC R506 standards.
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Order volume
3.42 yd³
2.616 m³ placed+waste
Order weight
13,860 lb
6,287 kg
80 lb bags
154
4 pallets at 42 bags
60 lb bags
206
0.45 ft³ yield each
Rebar
362.00 ft
23 × 20 ft · 23 × 6 m · 266 lb
Ready-mix vs bags
$689.67
Truck $689.67 · 80 lb bags $1,039.50
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 | 3.11 yd³ | 10% | 3.42 yd³ / 2.616 m³ | USD | $564.67 | 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 | 140.0 bags | 10% | 154 bags | USD | $1,039.50 | Source Spec Material / Tool |
| 60 lb pre-mix bags | 186.7 bags | 10% | 206 bags | USD | $1,112.40 | Source Spec Material / Tool |
| #4 rebar sticks, 20 ft | 23 sticks | 10% | 26 sticks / 23 × 6 m | USD | $364.00 | Source Spec Material / Tool |
| Rebar chairs | 130 crossings | 10% | 143 chairs | USD | $40.04 | Source Spec Material / Tool |
| Tie wire rolls | 130 ties | 10% | 1 rolls | USD | $8.00 | Source Spec Material / Tool |
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Ready-mix truck
$689.67
0.34 nominal 10 yd³ loads · 1 to order
80 lb bags
$1,039.50
60 lb alternative $1,112.40 · delivery weight 13,860 lb
| Thickness | Order yd³ | Order m³ | 80 lb bags | Rebar ft | Ready-mix | 80 lb cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 in | 3.42 | 2.616 | 154 | 398 | $689.67 | $1,039.50 |
| 5 in | 4.28 | 3.271 | 193 | 398 | $705.83 | $1,302.75 |
| 6 in | 5.13 | 3.925 | 231 | 398 | $847.00 | $1,559.25 |
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 to assist in the design of a residential slab measuring 14 ft by 18 ft with a thickness of 4 inches. The slab incorporates #4 reinforcing bars spaced 18 inches apart. 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-on-ground.
Code reference
IRC R506
Field questions
- What is the purpose of using #4 bars in the slab?
- Using #4 bars helps to reinforce the concrete slab, providing additional tensile strength and reducing the risk of cracking.
- Why is soil design excluded from this calculation?
- Soil design is a complex process that requires specific site analysis and is not covered in this calculator. It is recommended to consult a geotechnical engineer for soil-related assessments.
- What thickness is recommended for a residential slab?
- For most residential applications, a thickness of 4 inches is standard, but this can vary based on load requirements and local building codes.