A 4-inch thick slab can support around 8,000 to 10,000 psf of load, while a 5-inch thick slab can support approximately 12,000 to 15,000 psf. This represents an increase in load-bearing …

Dec 5, 2015 · My builder has put 5 inch concrete slab in the plans. Could we get away with 4 inches? Its a large area. The proposal is $48,000. For this large a project would we save a …

May 21, 2017 · In the conventional type of slab there is no need for providing column caps. The thickness of conventional slab is 4″ or 10cm. 5″ to 6″ inches is recommended if the concrete …

Generally, small concrete slabs are usually 4 to 6 inches thick. For instance, when creating a concrete patio, 4 inches of concrete should be poured over a 4-inch layer of compacted gravel. …

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Jan 7, 2014 · So we're participating on a project that includes a garage and the dude doing the building cut his numbers a little close by being a nice guy and wanting the work instead of …

Jul 6, 2017 · Conversely, if you can do a 4" slab with one load but the 6" you have your heart set on will require two then you'll need to weigh the extra cost and logistics of that. Truckloads is a …

Apr 18, 2012 · Planning on a 27' x 21 concrete patio slab for the backyard. Am taking estimates from local contractors. I know that 6 sack has more "compressive strength" than 4 sack mix. …

Jul 11, 2008 · What are the advantages of using 6 inch core vs 4 inch core on the first floor of a home? My architect is interested in using the 4 inch because he feels it will impact the house …

I'm pouring a driveway slab that is 24x48x about 5" to 5.5" (thickness of 2x6). Plan was fiber and rebar 24" oc. #4 would be like $12 per stick. I can get some #5 from a friend for $5 per stick. Is …

Small slab increases give big boost in strength. Strength of a concrete slab on grade increases much faster than cost, when increases are made in slab thickness. A 4-inch slab serves as the …

Discover effective solutions for fixing sloped concrete slabs in our detailed guide. Learn about the causes of slab sloping, signs of damage, and find step-by-step methods including mudjacking …

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Use our Concrete Slabs Calculator or Estimator as a guide for how much concrete mix you need for your project.