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Simplified Construction Estimate (Free Calculator)
Material takeoff tools for concrete, masonry, steel reinforcement, carpentry, roofing, tiling, painting, and scaffolding — based on Philippine construction estimating standards. Pick a calculator below.
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Concreting Estimate Calculator
Cement, sand & gravel material breakdown for footings, slabs, columns and stairs
Calculating…
A. Footing Volume
Total Volume0.000
Cement0
Sand0.000
Gravel0.000
Footing Diagram (source: Cajilla reference workbook)
B. Wall Footing
Total Volume0.000
Cement0
Sand0.000
Gravel0.000
Wall Footing Diagram (source: Cajilla reference workbook)
C. Floor Slab — by Dimensions
Volume0.000
Cement0
Sand0.000
Gravel0.000
Slab Diagram (source: Cajilla reference workbook)
D. Floor Slab — by Area
Volume0.000
Cement0
Sand0.000
Gravel0.000
E. Rectangular Columns
Total Volume0.000
Cement0
Sand0.000
Gravel0.000
Rectangualar Column (source: Cajilla reference workbook)
F. Circular Columns
Total Volume0.000
Cement0
Sand0.000
Gravel0.000
Circular Column (source: Cajilla reference workbook)
G. Stairs
Includes both the triangular step volume and the sloped stringer (waist) slab beneath it — per Cajilla's reference formula.
Show Calculation Logic
Steps: Vsteps = (RH × TR ÷ 2) × W × N
Stringer: Vstringer = √(TR² + RH²) × N × W × TS
Total: V = Vsteps + Vstringer
Stringer: Vstringer = √(TR² + RH²) × N × W × TS
Total: V = Vsteps + Vstringer
Step Volume0.000
Stringer Volume0.000
Total Volume0.000
Cement0
Sand0.0
Gravel0.0
Stairs (source: Cajilla reference workbook)
H. Concrete Beams
Not part of the source reference book — added using the same verified formula pattern as rectangular columns.
Total Volume0.000
Cement0
Sand0.000
Gravel0.000
Beam Diagram(source: Cajilla reference workbook)
Grand Summary
Cost Breakdown
MaterialQuantityUnit CostTotal Cost
Cement
0
₱0.00
Sand
0
₱0.00
Gravel
0
₱0.00
Subtotal₱0.00
Waste₱0.00
VAT₱0.00
Grand Total₱0.00
DISCLAIMER: These calculations are provided for estimation purposes only.
All figures and quantities should be double-checked and verified by a licensed professional engineer before construction.
How to use this Concreting Estimator
This free calculator helps engineers and contractors in the Philippines estimate materials for reinforced concrete. It calculates the required bags of cement (40kg), cubic meters of sand, and gravel based on Class A, B, or AA mixtures.
Why use this tool?
Accurate material takeoff is crucial to avoid wastage. This tool provides a grand summary of costs including VAT and waste factors, ready for printing as a formal report.
Masonry & Riprap Estimator
CHB, mortar, plastering & grouted riprap material breakdown
Calculating…
A. Masonry Works (CHB)
Calculates hollow blocks, mortar (laying), and plastering.
Show Calculation Logic
Standard: 12.5 blocks per m².
Formula: Net Area = (H × L) − Awindows − Adoors.
Mortar: 4″ (0.53 bags/m²), 6″ (1.02 bags/m²).
Plaster (Class B): 0.294 bags/m² per face.
Formula: Net Area = (H × L) − Awindows − Adoors.
Mortar: 4″ (0.53 bags/m²), 6″ (1.02 bags/m²).
Plaster (Class B): 0.294 bags/m² per face.
Net Wall Area0.000
Total CHB0
Mortar Cement0
Mortar Sand0.000
Plaster Cement0
Plaster Sand0.000
Figure 1 — CHB Wall & Mortar Joints (source: Cajilla reference workbook)
B. Grouted Riprap Works
Volume calculation for trapezoidal slope protection (Class A Mortar).
Show Calculation Logic
Formula: Volume = ½(W1 + W2) × H × L.
Factors: Cement (2.611 bags/m³), Sand (0.1444 m³/m³), Boulders (1.0 m³/m³).
Factors: Cement (2.611 bags/m³), Sand (0.1444 m³/m³), Boulders (1.0 m³/m³).
Total Volume0.000
Boulders0.000
Cement (Grout)0
Sand (Grout)0.000
Figure 2 — Riprap Cross Section (source: Cajilla reference workbook)
Grand Summary
Cost Breakdown
MaterialQuantityUnit CostTotal Cost
Cement
0
₱0.00
Sand
0
₱0.00
CHB
0
₱0.00
Boulders
0
₱0.00
Material Cost₱0.00
Waste Amount₱0.00
VAT Amount₱0.00
Grand Total₱0.00
DISCLAIMER: For estimation purposes only. Verify with a licensed engineer before construction.
About this Calculator
This tool estimates materials for masonry and slope protection works according to Philippine construction standards.
References
- Simplified Construction Estimate by Max Fajardo Jr.
- Const. Estimate Made Easy — Engr. Cajilla
Steel Reinforcement Estimator
Rebar quantities for CHB walls, footings, columns & beams
Calculating…
Scope Note
What this calculator covers
11 of the source reference book's 12 reinforcement sub-calculators are covered: CHB wall bars, footing matting, wall footing, rectangular column, circular column (circular & spiral ties), one-bay beam, two-bay continuous beam, one-way slab, two-way slab, reinforced ground slab, and concrete stairs. Not included: concrete canal — the source workbook's own canal section defines inputs and one odd intermediate formula but never actually finishes into a bar-count or tie-wire total, so there's nothing complete to port.
A. CHB Wall Reinforcement
Note: this table doesn't specify a bar diameter in the source — the per-sq.m/per-m factors already have a typical size baked in, so the dropdowns below don't affect the bar count. They're for the cost breakdown only, so vertical and horizontal bars can be priced by whatever size you actually use.
Total Wall Area0
Vertical Bars0
Horizontal Bars0
#16 Tie Wire0
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Figure — CHB Wall Reinforcement Layout
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B. Footing Matting
Note: this table doesn't specify a bar diameter in the source — the per-sq.m/per-m factors already have a typical size baked in. Common PH practice uses 10mm (RSB10) for this application, but the source itself doesn't state it.
Standard clear cover for footings: 0.05m to 0.075m.
Net Length along L0
Net Length along W0
Reinforcing Bars0
#16 Tie Wire0
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Figure — Footing Matting Layout
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C. Wall Footing Reinforcement
Note: this table doesn't specify a bar diameter in the source — the per-sq.m/per-m factors already have a typical size baked in. Common PH practice uses 10mm (RSB10) for this application, but the source itself doesn't state it.
Total Length is the sum of all wall footing segments (e.g. 9+9+7+7 = 32m for a rectangular perimeter).
Total Ties0
Horizontal Bars0
Overall Total Bars0
#16 Tie Wire0
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Figure — Wall Footing Reinforcement Detail
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D. Rectangular Column Reinforcement
Bar Length (min.)0
Vertical Bars0
Stirrup Cut Length0
Stirrups per Column0
Stirrup Bars0
#16 Tie Wire0
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Figure — Rectangular Column Reinforcement Detail
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E. Circular Column Reinforcement
Circular-tie and spiral-tie are alternative stirrup styles — use whichever your design calls for, not both.
Bar Length (min.)0
Vertical Bars0
Circular Ties
Cut Length0
Ties per Column0
Stirrup Bars0
#16 Tie Wire0
Spiral Ties (alternative)
Cut Length per Loop0
Spiral Bars0
#16 Tie Wire0
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Figure — Circular Column Reinforcement Detail
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F. Beam Reinforcement (One Bay, < 6m)
Top Continuous Bars0
Top Non-Continuous Bars0
Web Bars0
Bottom Continuous Bars0
Bottom Non-Continuous Bars0
Main Bars Total0
Stirrup Bars0
#16 Tie Wire0
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Figure — Beam Reinforcement Detail
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About Reinforcement Estimation
Reinforcing bars are stocked and sold in standard 6-meter lengths in the Philippine market, which is why every bar-count formula here divides total required length by 6 and rounds up — a partial length still consumes a full bar. End hooks (the 90°/180° bend at a bar's end) add embedment length beyond the bar's straight run and scale with bar diameter, since a thicker bar needs a longer hook to develop the same anchorage strength in the surrounding concrete.
Circular and spiral stirrups are two different ways to confine a round column's core concrete — circular (discrete closed) ties are simpler to fabricate on-site, while a continuous spiral wrap gives better ductility under seismic loading but requires more specialized bending equipment. Use whichever your structural design specifies.
G. Beam Reinforcement (Two Bays, Continuous)
Top Continuous Bars0
Top Non-Continuous Bars0
Web Bars0
Bottom Continuous Bars0
Bottom Non-Continuous Bars0
Main Bars Total0
Stirrup Bars0
#16 Tie Wire0
Note: the source workbook's stirrup formula references two blank cells (likely meant to be the two bay lengths) that evaluate as zero — replicated exactly rather than guessed at. Verify stirrup count independently if it matters for your estimate.
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Figure — Two-Bay Continuous Beam Layout
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H. One-Way Slab Reinforcement
Note: this table doesn't specify a bar diameter in the source — the per-sq.m/per-m factors already have a typical size baked in. Common PH practice uses 10mm (RSB10) for this application, but the source itself doesn't state it.
Steel Bars Required0
#16 Tie Wire0
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Figure — One-Way Slab Bar Layout
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I. Two-Way Slab Reinforcement
Note: this table doesn't specify a bar diameter in the source — the per-sq.m/per-m factors already have a typical size baked in. Common PH practice uses 10mm (RSB10) for this application, but the source itself doesn't state it.
Steel Bars Required0
#16 Tie Wire0
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Figure — Two-Way Slab Bar Layout
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J. Reinforced Ground Slab (spacing > 25cm)
Note: this table doesn't specify a bar diameter in the source — the per-sq.m/per-m factors already have a typical size baked in. Common PH practice uses 10mm (RSB10) for this application, but the source itself doesn't state it.
Bars Parallel to L0
Bars Parallel to W0
#16 Tie Wire0
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Figure — Ground Slab Bar Layout
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K. Concrete Stairs Reinforcement
Dowels for lateral bars are already included in these estimates. For stair landings, use the slab reinforcement sections above.
Steps — Lateral Bars0
Steps — Horizontal Bars0
Stringer — Lateral Bars0
Stringer — Horizontal Bars0
#16 Tie Wire0
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Figure — Stairs Reinforcement Layout
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Grand Summary
Presented per section, consolidated by bar size — if two bar types in the same section use the same diameter, they combine into one line. Placeholder prices — edit to your actual supplier quotes. Rows with zero quantity are hidden automatically.
CHB Wall
MaterialQuantityUnit CostTotal Cost
CHB Wall — #8 Bars
0
₱0.00
CHB Wall — #10 Bars
0
₱0.00
CHB Wall — #12 Bars
0
₱0.00
CHB Wall — #14 Bars
0
₱0.00
CHB Wall — #16 Bars
0
₱0.00
CHB Wall — #16 Tie Wire
0
₱0.00
Footing Matting
MaterialQuantityUnit CostTotal Cost
Footing Matting — #8 Bars
0
₱0.00
Footing Matting — #10 Bars
0
₱0.00
Footing Matting — #12 Bars
0
₱0.00
Footing Matting — #14 Bars
0
₱0.00
Footing Matting — #16 Bars
0
₱0.00
Footing Matting — #16 Tie Wire
0
₱0.00
Wall Footing
MaterialQuantityUnit CostTotal Cost
Wall Footing — #8 Bars
0
₱0.00
Wall Footing — #10 Bars
0
₱0.00
Wall Footing — #12 Bars
0
₱0.00
Wall Footing — #14 Bars
0
₱0.00
Wall Footing — #16 Bars
0
₱0.00
Wall Footing — #16 Tie Wire
0
₱0.00
Rect. Column
MaterialQuantityUnit CostTotal Cost
Rect. Column — #8 Bars
0
₱0.00
Rect. Column — #10 Bars
0
₱0.00
Rect. Column — #12 Bars
0
₱0.00
Rect. Column — #14 Bars
0
₱0.00
Rect. Column — #16 Bars
0
₱0.00
Rect. Column — #16 Tie Wire
0
₱0.00
Circ. Column
MaterialQuantityUnit CostTotal Cost
Circ. Column — #8 Bars
0
₱0.00
Circ. Column — #10 Bars
0
₱0.00
Circ. Column — #12 Bars
0
₱0.00
Circ. Column — #14 Bars
0
₱0.00
Circ. Column — #16 Bars
0
₱0.00
Circ. Column — #16 Tie Wire
0
₱0.00
One-Bay Beam
MaterialQuantityUnit CostTotal Cost
One-Bay Beam — #8 Bars
0
₱0.00
One-Bay Beam — #10 Bars
0
₱0.00
One-Bay Beam — #12 Bars
0
₱0.00
One-Bay Beam — #14 Bars
0
₱0.00
One-Bay Beam — #16 Bars
0
₱0.00
One-Bay Beam — #16 Tie Wire
0
₱0.00
Two-Bay Beam
MaterialQuantityUnit CostTotal Cost
Two-Bay Beam — #8 Bars
0
₱0.00
Two-Bay Beam — #10 Bars
0
₱0.00
Two-Bay Beam — #12 Bars
0
₱0.00
Two-Bay Beam — #14 Bars
0
₱0.00
Two-Bay Beam — #16 Bars
0
₱0.00
Two-Bay Beam — #16 Tie Wire
0
₱0.00
One-Way Slab
MaterialQuantityUnit CostTotal Cost
One-Way Slab — #8 Bars
0
₱0.00
One-Way Slab — #10 Bars
0
₱0.00
One-Way Slab — #12 Bars
0
₱0.00
One-Way Slab — #14 Bars
0
₱0.00
One-Way Slab — #16 Bars
0
₱0.00
One-Way Slab — #16 Tie Wire
0
₱0.00
Two-Way Slab
MaterialQuantityUnit CostTotal Cost
Two-Way Slab — #8 Bars
0
₱0.00
Two-Way Slab — #10 Bars
0
₱0.00
Two-Way Slab — #12 Bars
0
₱0.00
Two-Way Slab — #14 Bars
0
₱0.00
Two-Way Slab — #16 Bars
0
₱0.00
Two-Way Slab — #16 Tie Wire
0
₱0.00
Ground Slab
MaterialQuantityUnit CostTotal Cost
Ground Slab — #8 Bars
0
₱0.00
Ground Slab — #10 Bars
0
₱0.00
Ground Slab — #12 Bars
0
₱0.00
Ground Slab — #14 Bars
0
₱0.00
Ground Slab — #16 Bars
0
₱0.00
Ground Slab — #16 Tie Wire
0
₱0.00
Stairs
MaterialQuantityUnit CostTotal Cost
Stairs — #8 Bars
0
₱0.00
Stairs — #10 Bars
0
₱0.00
Stairs — #12 Bars
0
₱0.00
Stairs — #14 Bars
0
₱0.00
Stairs — #16 Bars
0
₱0.00
Stairs — #16 Tie Wire
0
₱0.00
Subtotal₱0.00
Waste₱0.00
VAT₱0.00
Grand Total₱0.00
DISCLAIMER: Estimation purposes only. Bar sizes, spacing, and quantities must be verified against a licensed structural engineer's design and local code requirements before construction.
Carpentry Works Estimator
Board foot, studs/joists & sheathing material breakdown
Calculating…
A. Board Foot — Dimensioned Lumber
Total Board Feet0
Board Foot & Lumber Reference (source: Cajilla reference workbook)
B. Board Foot — Round Log (Doyle Scale)
Show Calculation Logic
Doyle Log Rule: Bd.Ft = (D − 4)² × L ÷ 16
Computes volume for a single log. If estimating multiple logs of this size, multiply the result manually — the source formula does not multiply by log count.
Computes volume for a single log. If estimating multiple logs of this size, multiply the result manually — the source formula does not multiply by log count.
Board Feet (per log)0
C. Studs & Nailing Joist
Board foot per m² of wall, ceiling, or flooring, by lumber size and center-to-center spacing.
Board Feet Required0
Convert to pieces of a specific lumber size:
Total Pieces0
D. Sheathing & Nails
Uses the Length × Height entered in Section C above (1/4″ ordinary plywood or 4′ x 8′ hardiflex board).
Sheets (one side)0
Sheets (two sides)0
1″ CW Nails (one side)0
1″ CW Nails (two sides)0
2½″ CW Nails (studs)0
About Board Foot Estimation
Board foot (bd.ft) is the standard unit for lumber volume in Philippine and US construction practice: one board foot equals a piece 1 inch thick, 12 inches wide, and 1 foot long (1″ × 12″ × 1′). Dimensioned lumber is priced and ordered by the board foot, which is why the conversion from a wall or ceiling area into physical pieces matters — ordering by area alone doesn't tell a supplier what to cut.
The Doyle Log Rule used here is one of several log-scaling conventions (others include the Scribner and International 1/4-inch rules); it tends to under-estimate yield on smaller-diameter logs, which is worth keeping in mind when sourcing round timber rather than milled lumber.
Grand Summary
Cost Breakdown
Placeholder prices from general PH market ranges (early 2026) — edit to your actual supplier quotes. Cut piece size reflects the lumber dimension entered in Section C above.
MaterialQuantityUnit CostTotal Cost
Lumber (board foot)
0
₱0.00
Cut Lumber Pieces
0
₱0.00
Sheathing Sheets
0
₱0.00
CW / Finishing Nails
0
₱0.00
Subtotal₱0.00
Waste₱0.00
VAT₱0.00
Grand Total₱0.00
DISCLAIMER: Estimation purposes only. Verify with a licensed engineer or architect before construction.
Roofing Works Estimator
Rafter length, sheet combinations, purlins & fasteners
Calculating…
A. Rafter Geometry
Main Rafter (L1)0
Eave Rafter (L2)0
Total Rafter Length0
Roof Pitch & Rafter Angle Reference (source: Cajilla reference workbook)
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Additional Figure — Rafter Layout
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B. Desirable Number of Sheets If Using More Than One Sheet
When a single sheet can't span the full rafter length, two or three shorter sheets are lapped in series. This checks whether a chosen combination gives an adequate — but not wasteful — overlap.
Roofing Net Length0
Using Only Two Sheets
Overlap0
Result—
Using Three Sheets
Overlap0
Result—
Roof Sheet Corrugation & Overlap (source: Cajilla reference workbook)
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Additional Figure — Sheet Lapping Diagram
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C. Determining the Number of Roof Sheets
Effective width reference: 2½″ side lap → 0.6m; 1½″ side lap → 0.7m.
No. of Purlins0
1st Sheet Count0
2nd Sheet Count0
Umbrella Nails/Tekscrews0
Sheet counts use the two-sheet lengths chosen in Section B above.
D. Roof Accessories
Ridge roll, flashing, or similar linear accessories.
Pieces Required0
Roof Accessories Reference Table (source: Cajilla reference workbook)
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Additional Figure — Accessory Installation
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Grand Summary
Cost Breakdown
Placeholder prices — edit to your actual supplier quotes. Sheet rows reflect the lengths chosen in Section B above.
MaterialQuantityUnit CostTotal Cost
Roof Sheets, 1st
0
₱0.00
Roof Sheets, 2nd
0
₱0.00
Purlins
0
₱0.00
Umbrella Nails/Tekscrews
0
₱0.00
Roof Accessories
0
₱0.00
Subtotal₱0.00
Waste₱0.00
VAT₱0.00
Grand Total₱0.00
DISCLAIMER: Estimation purposes only. Roof framing must be designed and verified by a licensed structural engineer.
About Roof Framing & Sheet Estimation
Roof pitch (rise over run) determines both drainage performance and material quantity — steeper pitches shed water and debris faster but need more roofing material per square meter of building footprint, since the actual roof surface area exceeds the building's plan area by a factor tied to the pitch angle. Corrugated metal sheets are sold with a nominal width, but the effective (installed) width is always less due to the overlap needed at each side lap to keep the roof watertight.
When one sheet can't span the full rafter length, sheets are lapped in series — Section B checks that the resulting overlap is enough to stay watertight without wasting material on an oversized lap.
Tiling Works Estimator
Tile count by size, plus mortar, white cement & adhesive
Calculating…
Wall or Floor Area
Tile Pattern Reference (source: Cajilla reference workbook)
Tiles Needed
12 x 12 in
0
Compare all sizes
3 x 3 in (7.5 x 7.5 cm)0
4 x 4 in (10 x 10 cm)0
4¼ x 4¼ in (10.6 x 10.6 cm)0
4 x 8 in (10 x 20 cm)0
6 x 6 in (15 x 15 cm)0
6 x 8 in (15 x 20 cm)0
6 x 12 in (15 x 30 cm)0
8 x 8 in (20 x 20 cm)0
8 x 12 in (20 x 30 cm)0
8 x 16 in (20 x 40 cm)0
10 x 16 in (25 x 25 cm)0
12 x 12 in (30 x 30 cm)0
12 x 24 in (30 x 60 cm)0
16 x 16 in (40 x 40 cm)0
20 x 20 in (50 x 50 cm)0
24 x 24 in (60 x 60 cm)0
Bedding & Adhesive
Cement Mortar0
White Cement (grout)0
Tile Adhesive0
About Tile Quantity Estimation
Tile count scales inversely with tile size — larger tiles need fewer pieces per square meter but produce more offcut waste at room edges and around fixtures, which is why the breakage allowance typically runs higher for large-format tiles (12″×24″ and up) than for small mosaic sizes. A 5–10% allowance is standard for straight-lay patterns; diagonal or herringbone layouts often need closer to 15%.
Tile adhesive and cement mortar bedding are sized independently of tile size in this estimator, since bedding thickness is driven by the substrate and leveling requirements rather than the tile dimensions themselves.
Grand Summary
Cost Breakdown
Placeholder prices — edit to your actual supplier quotes. Tile row reflects whichever size is selected above.
MaterialQuantityUnit CostTotal Cost
Tiles
0
₱0.00
Cement Mortar
0
₱0.00
White Cement
0
₱0.00
Tile Adhesive
0
₱0.00
Subtotal₱0.00
Waste₱0.00
VAT₱0.00
Grand Total₱0.00
DISCLAIMER: Estimation purposes only. Actual tile yield varies with cutting waste and pattern layout.
Painting Works Estimator
Gallons required by area, coverage & number of coats
Calculating…
Paint Quantity
Selecting a paint type fills in a reference coverage — the field stays editable if you have a manufacturer's exact figure.
Gallons Needed0
Equivalent0
Paint Coverage Reference
Typical coverage per gallon by paint type, from the Cajilla reference guide — also available directly from the dropdown above.
Interior Primer & Sealer27.5 sq.m/gal
Exterior Wood Primer35 sq.m/gal
Red Oxide Primer37.5 sq.m/gal
Red Lead Primer35 sq.m/gal
Epoxy Primer35 sq.m/gal
Acrylic Latex / Semi-Gloss / Gloss35 sq.m/gal
Latex Hi-Gloss Enamel35 sq.m/gal
All-Weather Acrylic Roof Shield45 sq.m/gal
Davies Roof Paint35 sq.m/gal
Quick Drying Enamel35 sq.m/gal
Interior Semi-Gloss Enamel27.5 sq.m/gal
Flat Wall Enamel45 sq.m/gal
Exterior Gloss Paint32.5 sq.m/gal
Valspar / Spar Varnish45 sq.m/gal
Hi-Solid Sanding Sealer45 sq.m/gal
Hi-Solid Gloss/Semi-Gloss/Flat Lacquer35 sq.m/gal
Grand Summary
Cost Breakdown
Placeholder price — paint cost varies a lot by type (roughly ₱600–₱2,500+/gal), so adjust to match the type selected above.
MaterialQuantityUnit CostTotal Cost
Paint
0
₱0.00
Subtotal₱0.00
Waste₱0.00
VAT₱0.00
Grand Total₱0.00
DISCLAIMER: Estimation purposes only. Confirm exact coverage with the product's technical data sheet.
Scaffolding & Formworks Estimator
Column & beam form materials, plus scaffolding/staging lumber
Calculating…
A. Column Forms
Note: the reference formula sizes the plywood area using a fixed 2.4 m form-height factor, not the column height below — that field is still captured here because the source sheet has it too, even though it isn't wired into this particular formula there.
Plywood Area0
Plywood Sheets0
Frame Board Feet0
Convert frame board feet to physical lumber pieces — enter the lumber dimension you'll actually buy/cut:
Lumber Pieces0
2½″ CW Nails0
1″ Finishing Nails0
Column Form & Diagonal Brace (source: Cajilla reference workbook)
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Additional Figure — Column Form Detail
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B. Beam & Girder Forms
Plywood Area0
Plywood Sheets0
Frame Board Feet0
Convert frame board feet to physical lumber pieces:
Lumber Pieces0
2½″ CW Nails0
1″ Finishing Nails0
Beam/Girder Form Layout (source: Cajilla reference workbook)
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Additional Figure — Beam Form Detail
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C. Scaffolding / Staging Lumber
Total Column Height0
Total Beam Length0
Quantity of Lumber for Scaffolding or Staging — column and beam framing can use different lumber sizes; read whichever rows apply to your actual plan.
Lumber Size: 2″ x 2″
Column — Vertical0
Column — Horizontal0
Column — Brace0
Beam — Vertical0
Beam — Horizontal0
Flooring0
Lumber Size: 2″ x 3″
Column — Vertical0
Column — Horizontal0
Column — Brace0
Beam — Vertical0
Beam — Horizontal0
Flooring0
Lumber Size: 2″ x 4″
Column — Vertical0
Column — Horizontal0
Column — Brace0
Beam — Vertical0
Beam — Horizontal0
Flooring0
Add up the figures that apply to your plan (mixing sizes across components is fine) and enter your total below — this matches how the source workbook works.
Convert that total to physical lumber pieces:
Lumber Pieces0
#4 CW Nails0
Staging Lumber Reference Table (source: Cajilla reference workbook)
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Additional Figure — Staging Layout
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Grand Summary
Cost Breakdown
Placeholder prices — edit to your actual supplier quotes. Each lumber row reflects its section's own cut dimension entered above.
MaterialQuantityUnit CostTotal Cost
Plywood Sheets
0
₱0.00
Column Form Lumber
0
₱0.00
Beam Form Lumber
0
₱0.00
Staging Lumber
0
₱0.00
2½″ CW Nails
0
₱0.00
1″ Finishing Nails
0
₱0.00
#4 CW Nails
0
₱0.00
Subtotal₱0.00
Waste₱0.00
VAT₱0.00
Grand Total₱0.00
DISCLAIMER: Estimation purposes only. Formwork and scaffolding design must be verified by a licensed structural engineer — these are material quantity estimates, not structural design.
About Formwork & Scaffolding Materials
Formwork (the temporary mold that holds fresh concrete until it cures) and scaffolding (the temporary access structure workers stand on) are often estimated together since they're built from the same lumber and plywood inventory, but they serve different purposes — formwork resists fresh concrete's fluid pressure, while scaffolding carries worker and material live loads. Reused formwork lumber degrades with each pour, so contractors typically budget for 3–5 reuse cycles before replacement, not a single-use quantity.
The staging lumber table (Section C) reflects standard framing member sizes; larger projects with taller lifts or heavier loading may require engineered scaffolding systems rather than built-up lumber staging.