Concrete for a 10x12 Slab
Order 1.63 yd with 10% waste — or 67 × 80 lb bags / 89 × 60 lb bags.
By thickness
| Thickness | Cubic yards | +10% waste | 80 lb bags | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4" | 1.48 | 1.63 | 67 | Patio, shed pad, walkway |
| 5" | 1.85 | 2.04 | 84 | Light vehicle traffic |
| 6" | 2.22 | 2.44 | 100 | Driveway, garage |
Bags or the truck?
For this 120 sq ft slab at 4": bags ≈ $436 (67 × 80 lb — that's 5,360 lb of mixing) vs ready-mix ≈ $305 delivered. The truck wins here. Prices are national ballparks — your local quote rules.
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Common questions
How much concrete do I need for a 10x12 slab?
A 10x12 slab at the standard 4-inch thickness needs 1.48 cubic yards of concrete — order 1.63 yards with a 10% waste margin. At 6 inches it needs 2.22 yards.
How many bags of concrete for a 10x12 slab?
At 4 inches thick: 67 bags of 80 lb concrete mix or 89 bags of 60 lb. At this volume, delivered ready-mix is usually cheaper and far less work than mixing bags.
Should I use bags or ready-mix for a 10x12 slab?
Ready-mix. Bags for this slab would cost about $436 in material and require mixing 5,360 lb by hand; a delivered order runs roughly $305 and arrives ready to pour.