16 by 30 ft slab at 4 inches
Calculate the requirements for a residential slab measuring 16 ft by 30 ft at 4 in thickness with #4 bars at 18 in spacing. Ensure compliance with IRC R506 standards.
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Order volume
6.52 yd³
4.984 m³ placed+waste
Order weight
26,400 lb
11,975 kg
80 lb bags
294
7 pallets at 42 bags
60 lb bags
392
0.45 ft³ yield each
Rebar
666.00 ft
43 × 20 ft · 43 × 6 m · 489 lb
Ready-mix vs bags
$1,075.56
Truck $1,075.56 · 80 lb bags $1,984.50
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 | 5.93 yd³ | 10% | 6.52 yd³ / 4.984 m³ | USD | $1,075.56 | Source Spec Material / Tool |
| Short-load fee | Full load | — | 1 truck @ 10 yd³ | USD | $0.00 | Source Spec Material / Tool |
| 80 lb pre-mix bags | 266.7 bags | 10% | 294 bags | USD | $1,984.50 | Source Spec Material / Tool |
| 60 lb pre-mix bags | 355.6 bags | 10% | 392 bags | USD | $2,116.80 | Source Spec Material / Tool |
| #4 rebar sticks, 20 ft | 43 sticks | 10% | 48 sticks / 43 × 6 m | USD | $672.00 | Source Spec Material / Tool |
| Rebar chairs | 231 crossings | 10% | 255 chairs | USD | $71.40 | Source Spec Material / Tool |
| Tie wire rolls | 231 ties | 10% | 1 rolls | USD | $8.00 | Source Spec Material / Tool |
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Ready-mix truck
$1,075.56
0.65 nominal 10 yd³ loads · 1 to order
80 lb bags
$1,984.50
60 lb alternative $2,116.80 · delivery weight 26,400 lb
| Thickness | Order yd³ | Order m³ | 80 lb bags | Rebar ft | Ready-mix | 80 lb cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 in | 6.52 | 4.984 | 294 | 733 | $1,075.56 | $1,984.50 |
| 5 in | 8.15 | 6.230 | 367 | 733 | $1,344.44 | $2,477.25 |
| 6 in | 9.78 | 7.476 | 440 | 733 | $1,613.33 | $2,970.00 |
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 residential slab designs, specifically for a slab measuring 16 ft by 30 ft with a thickness of 4 inches. The reinforcement specified is #4 bars placed at 18 inches on center. Please note that soil design considerations are excluded from this calculation.
Ensure that your design adheres to the International Residential Code (IRC) R506, which provides guidelines for concrete floor slabs on grade.
Code reference
IRC R506
Field questions
- What is the purpose of using #4 bars in the slab?
- The #4 bars provide reinforcement to the concrete slab, helping to control cracking and improve structural integrity.
- Why is soil design excluded from this calculator?
- Soil design is a complex aspect that depends on various factors such as soil type, moisture content, and load-bearing capacity, which are not covered in this calculator.
- What does IRC R506 cover?
- IRC R506 outlines the requirements for concrete slabs on grade, including thickness, reinforcement, and construction practices to ensure durability and safety.