How Much Concrete for a 12x12 Slab (4" Deep)?
Material takeoff and yardage calculator for a 12 ft × 12 ft concrete slab poured at 4 inches depth. Includes 10% safety margin for formwork deflection and subgrade settling.
Excavation, Base & Reinforcement Specifications
Custom Volume Engine#3 Rebar (3/8") or 6x6 W1.4/W1.4 welded wire mesh placed on 2" chairs
Frequently Asked Concrete Questions
How many yards of concrete do I need for a 12x12 slab at 4 inches thick?
For a 12ft by 12ft slab poured at 4 inches deep, the exact net volume is 1.78 cubic yards (48.0 cubic feet). Always order with a 10% safety margin for subbase settling and form deflection, bringing your total order to 1.96 cubic yards.
How many bags of concrete does it take to pour a 12x12 slab?
If mixing by hand, you will need approximately 89 bags of 80lb concrete (or 118 bags of 60lb concrete) including 10% waste buffer. For this volume, premix bags in a rented electric mixer are practical.
Is 4 inches thick enough for a outdoor living patio?
Yes. A 4-inch slab is the residential building code standard for pedestrian patios, walkways, storage sheds, and standard passenger cars (under 6,000 lbs).
What gravel base and rebar reinforcement is needed?
Excavate 8 to 10 inches total. Install 2.04 cubic yards of crushed gravel (compacted to 4 inches). Support your #3 Rebar (3/8") or 6x6 W1.4/W1.4 welded wire mesh placed on 2" chairs so it sits in the middle third of the slab pour.