How to calculate the size of a paving slab?

Our paving calculator is very simple to use. Input the size of the area you need paved, choose the size of the paving slabs you want – we’ll do the rest! Then select your perfect saving slabs from our range. What is the size of the area to be slabbed?

How big should the gap between patio slabs be?

Woodland Garden Services. There is no set size for the pointing gap between slabs. It depends on the size and style of the type of paving you have chosen. Indian sandstone paving can have irregular edges so the gap will vary in size from 25mm to 10mm.

How to calculate how many pavers per square foot?

Finding the Number of Pavers Needed. The next step is to find the square footage of paver you want to use. Assuming the paver size is 12″ x 12″, multiply 12×12 and then divide 144 by the answer, ie. 144/ (12*12) = 1.0. That means you need one paver per square foot, which makes sense since a 12″ x 12″ paver is 1 square foot.

When do you need a different number of slabs?

If you need a different number of each size slab. If you need to work to a plan where you need a different number of each size slab, your best bet is to sketch the design out on graph paper. Experienced landscapers should be able to work out a random laying pattern using a roughly equal quantity of each size.

How can I find out how many slabs I need to pave?

Your shopping basket is empty! Welcome to our online Paving Calculator tool. Our paving calculator is designed to show you how many slabs you need to pave a certain surface area. Just enter the dimensions of the area you’re wanting to pave below, and our handy tool will give you an answer in seconds.

How to calculate how many pavers for a patio?

The calculator first estimates the area of the patio based on the measurements you provide. It then calculates how much material you will require if you provide the measurements for the individual pavers. See below for two examples. Otherwise, enter your measurements and values for the concrete area and pavers in our online calculator!

How big of a slab do I need for my patio?

Then select your perfect saving slabs from our range. What is the size of the area to be slabbed? What size slab will you be using?

How does the paving calculator work for You?

Our paving calculator is designed to show you how many slabs you need to pave a certain surface area. Just enter the dimensions of the area you’re wanting to pave below, and our handy tool will give you an answer in seconds. Give it a try, you’ll never need to ask “how many slabs do I need” ever again!