Density Constants
Standard Bag Yields
*Approximate yield after water addition.
Water Ratio Tip
Always start with 3/4 of targeted water. Excess water significantly reduces structural PSI.
Adding a 10% waste factor is industry standard to account for spills, uneven forms, and consolidation.
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How I worked out the grout fill volume for a retaining wall
I was building a small retaining wall using hollow concrete masonry units, and the plan called for filling every core with grout for structural strength. The wall was 12 blocks long and 4 courses high, using 200 mm blocks. Before ordering the grout mix, I needed to know the total fill volume so I did not run out partway through.
I put the block count and core dimensions into this calculator. It returned 82 litres of grout fill, which translated to 3 bags of pre-mixed grout at 30 litres per bag. According to the Portland Cement Association's masonry guide, under-filling block cores is one of the most common causes of early retaining wall failure, so getting the volume right before mixing was not optional. I ordered 3 bags, used all of them, and the wall has held firm through several heavy rain events since.