Steel Quantity Calculator
Estimate total steel reinforcement for house construction based on built-up area and structure type. Get weight in kg/tons, bar count by diameter (8mm to 20mm), and cost estimate.
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Steel Quantity
Total Built-Up Area2,000 sq ft
Total Steel9,000 kg
Total Steel9.00 metric tons
Bars by Diameter (approx)
8 mm (stirrups)228 bars (12m)
10 mm219 bars (12m)
12 mm305 bars (12m)
16 mm172 bars (12m)
20 mm55 bars (12m)
Cost
Estimated Steel Costโน495,000
Steel in Construction โ Thumb Rules
| Structure Type | Steel (kg/sq ft) | Steel (kg/mยฒ) |
|---|---|---|
| Residential (G+1/G+2) | 3.5โ5.5 | 38โ60 |
| Commercial | 5โ7 | 55โ75 |
| Industrial | 7โ10 | 75โ110 |
Steel Bar Weight Table
| Diameter | Weight per meter | Weight per 12m bar | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 mm | 0.395 kg | 4.74 kg | Stirrups, ties |
| 10 mm | 0.617 kg | 7.40 kg | Slab reinforcement |
| 12 mm | 0.888 kg | 10.66 kg | Beams, slabs |
| 16 mm | 1.580 kg | 18.96 kg | Columns, beams |
| 20 mm | 2.466 kg | 29.60 kg | Heavy columns, footings |
Bar Distribution (General Rule)
- 8mm stirrups: ~10% of total steel
- 10mm: ~15%
- 12mm: ~30%
- 16mm: ~30%
- 20mm: ~15%