Concrete Guides

Practical guides on estimating concrete, slab thickness and DIY pours.

How Much Concrete Do I Need for a Patio? (Real Example)
A step-by-step way to measure, calculate and order concrete for a patio, with a full 12 x 14 ft example and the mistakes that cost people money.
How Long Does Concrete Take to Dry and Cure?
Concrete is walkable in a day or two but takes about 28 days to reach design strength. See the timeline and how weather changes it.
How to Set a Fence Post in Concrete: Step by Step
A practical guide to digging, bracing and pouring concrete for fence posts, with hole size, depth and how many bags you need.
How Many Bags of Concrete for a 10x10 Slab?
A 10x10 slab at 4 in thick needs about 56 bags of 80 lb mix. Here is the math.
Concrete Slab Thickness: What You Need for Patios, Driveways and Garages
Choose the right thickness for each project, and see how thickness changes the amount of concrete.
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