Concrete Paver Calculator — Pavers Per Area
Estimate concrete pavers for any patio, walkway, or driveway. Supports all common sizes from 6×6 to 12×12 inches with bedding sand and base aggregate.
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Polymeric sand joints: 1/4 in typical
Use 10% for simple shapes, 15% for cuts
Results
Pavers Needed
264pavers
Total Area
120sq ft
Sand Base (50 lb bags)
12bags
1-inch bedding layer
Gravel Base
1.5tons
4-inch compacted gravel base
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Concrete pavers dominate the residential paver market — they cost ~50% less than clay brick pavers, come in dozens of shapes and colors, and install identically to brick. The trade-off is color longevity: concrete pavers fade over 5-15 years while brick stays permanent.
This calculator estimates concrete pavers for any patio, walkway, or driveway. Output is paver count plus bedding sand and base aggregate. For specific brick pavers, see the Brick Paver Calculator.
How to Estimate Concrete Pavers
Pavers = Area (sq ft) ÷ Face Area (sq ft) × (1 + waste %). Face Area (sq ft) = (Length × Width in inches) ÷ 144.
Concrete Paver Size & Coverage Reference
- 6×6 inch: 0.25 sq ft each → 4 per sq ft.
- 6×9 inch (Holland): 0.375 sq ft → 2.67 per sq ft.
- 8×8 inch: 0.444 sq ft → 2.25 per sq ft.
- 12×12 inch: 1.0 sq ft → 1.0 per sq ft.
- 16×16 inch (large format): 1.78 sq ft → 0.56 per sq ft.
- Interlocking S-shape: usually ~0.4 sq ft → 2.5 per sq ft.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many concrete pavers per square foot?
Depends on paver size. 6×6 = 4 per sq ft. 8×8 = 2.25 per sq ft. 12×12 = 1 per sq ft. 6×9 (Holland paver) = 2.67 per sq ft. Always confirm exact paver face area before ordering.
What's the difference between concrete and brick pavers?
Concrete pavers are cast from Portland cement with dye and aggregate. Brick pavers are kiln-fired clay. Concrete is cheaper and comes in more shapes; brick pavers retain color permanently and have a warmer aesthetic.
Will concrete pavers fade?
Yes — surface color fades over 5-15 years due to UV exposure and freeze-thaw cycling. Color penetrates only the top 1/8 inch of most concrete pavers. Sealing the pavers extends color life by 2-3×.
Are concrete pavers strong enough for driveways?
Yes — driveway-grade concrete pavers (2-3/8 inch / 60 mm or 3-1/8 inch / 80 mm thick) handle passenger vehicles. Don't use 45-50 mm patio pavers for driveways; they will crack under tire loads.
Do concrete pavers come in interlocking shapes?
Yes — Holland (rectangle with bevels), interlocking S-shape, hexagon, fan-shape, and many proprietary patterns. Interlocking shapes provide better resistance to tire scrub on driveways.
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Calculate how many pavers you need for patios, walkways, and driveways. Includes bedding sand and gravel base estimates for any paver size and project area.
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