Construction Guides & Resources
Industry-standard guides and specifications for professional contractors and DIY enthusiasts.
How Much Concrete Do I Need? Complete Calculation Guide
Industry-standard concrete calculations for slabs, driveways, footings, and posts. Includes ACI specifications, bag yields, and ready-mix comparisons.
Read Guide →Drywall Material List: What You Need Per 1000 Sq Ft
Complete drywall material calculations including sheets, joint compound, tape, and screws. Based on USG and manufacturer specifications.
Read Guide →Roofing Square Calculator: Shingle Coverage Standards
Roofing materials using NRCA standards. Includes pitch factors, bundle coverage rates, underlayment requirements, and waste factor calculations.
Read Guide →Interior Paint Coverage: How Much Per Room
Interior paint coverage rates for smooth, textured, and bare drywall. Manufacturer specs, room calculations, and primer requirements from major brands.
Read Guide →Exterior Paint Coverage: Siding & Surface Types
Exterior paint coverage by siding type: vinyl, wood, stucco, brick. ASTM standards for primers, weather factors, and professional application methods.
Read Guide →Deck Stain Coverage: How Much Per Square Foot
Deck stain coverage by wood condition and stain type. Manufacturer specs, application methods, and coverage for railings and vertical surfaces.
Read Guide →Calculate Flooring Materials: Square Footage + Waste
Flooring calculations for tile, hardwood, laminate, vinyl. Waste factors, layout patterns, and cutting allowances for professional results.
Read Guide →Fence Post Spacing: Building Code Requirements by State
IRC/IBC fence post spacing standards, load calculations, and concrete footing requirements. State-specific building codes included.
Read Guide →Siding Calculator: Materials by House Size & Type
Siding material calculations for vinyl, fiber cement, wood, and metal. Coverage rates, waste factors, and trim accessory requirements per IRC standards.
Read Guide →Mulch Calculator: Cubic Yards & Coverage by Depth
Mulch coverage calculations with depth recommendations by application. Bulk vs bagged comparison, material types, and landscaping installation standards.
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