This tool calculates the exact amount of concrete you need for your project in yards.
How to Use the Yards of Concrete Calculator
This calculator helps you determine the number of cubic yards of concrete required for a given project. To use the calculator:
- Enter the Length of the area in feet.
- Enter the Width of the area in feet.
- Enter the Depth of the area in inches (make sure to convert inches to feet by dividing by 12 if you want to manually calculate).
- Enter the Waste Percentage to account for any spillage or wastage during the project.
- Click the Calculate button to see the results in cubic yards.
How It Calculates the Results
The formula used by this calculator is:
- Calculate the area in square feet by multiplying Length and Width.
- Convert the Depth in inches to Depth in feet by dividing by 12.
- Multiply the area by the Depth in feet to get the Volume in cubic feet.
- Convert cubic feet to cubic yards by dividing by 27 (since 1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet).
- Account for waste by increasing the cubic yards by the waste percentage.
Limitations
- Accuracy: This calculator provides an estimate and might not consider all real-life complexities such as uneven ground or additional fill needed.
- Measurements: Ensure you measure the area accurately and consistently in feet and inches as specified.
- Waste Percentage: The waste percentage is an estimation and should be adjusted based on experience or project-specific factors.