Concrete for a 14×14 slab at different thicknesses
The slab covers 196 square feet. Every extra inch of thickness adds about 0.6 cubic yards. Quantities below include 10% for waste.
| Thickness | Cubic yards | 80 lb bags | 60 lb bags | 40 lb bags |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 in | 2.33 | 105 | 140 | 210 |
| 4 in | 2.66 | 120 | 160 | 240 |
| 5 in | 3.33 | 150 | 200 | 300 |
| 6 in | 3.99 | 180 | 240 | 360 |
| 8 in | 5.32 | 240 | 320 | 480 |
Bags or ready-mix for this size?
At 2.66 cubic yards you are in the gray zone between bags and a truck. 120 bags of 80 lb weigh about 9,600 lb in total — get a ready-mix quote (ask about short-load fees) and compare it with the bag price before deciding.
How heavy is a 14×14 slab?
Normal-weight concrete weighs about 150 lb per cubic foot, so a 4-inch 14×14 slab weighs roughly 9,800 lb (4.9 tons) once cured. Make sure your base is compacted gravel on firm, undisturbed soil.
The math
Common questions
How many 80 lb bags of concrete for a 14x14 slab?
120 bags for a 4-inch slab including 10% extra (109 with no extra). At 6 inches thick you need 180 bags.
How many yards of concrete for a 14x14 slab 6 inches thick?
3.99 cubic yards including 10% extra, or 3.63 yards exactly.
How many 60 lb bags for a 14x14 slab?
160 bags of 60 lb concrete for a 4-inch slab with 10% extra.
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