Key takeaways
- Cement (single-storey): ~400 bags of PPC + OPC 53 combined.
- TMT sariya: ~4 metric tonnes across 8/10/12/16 mm.
- Bricks: ~8000–9000 for 9" walls.
- Order 5–7% buffer to avoid mid-slab shortages.
Ballpark estimate — 1000 sq ft, single storey
| Material | Approx. quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cement (total) | 380–420 bags | Mix of PPC for walls/plaster + OPC 53 for RCC members. |
| TMT steel | 3.8–4.5 MT | Split across 8, 10, 12, 16 mm per structural drawing. |
| Bricks | 8,000–9,000 | For 9-inch external walls & 4-inch partition walls. |
| River sand | 1,800–2,200 CFT | Plastering + masonry + concrete. |
| Aggregate (40 mm + 20 mm) | 1,600–2,000 CFT | For PCC, RCC and flooring base. |
| Binding wire | 50–70 kg | 16 SWG. |
Why the range?
A 1000 sq ft plan can be laid out with more or fewer walls, more or fewer RCC members, thicker or thinner slabs. Two houses on the same plot size can differ by 20% in total material.
Use these numbers to budget and to place a first tranche of orders — refine against your engineer's Bar Bending Schedule and slab drawings as work progresses.
Order in tranches, not all at once
- Foundation tranche — footings + plinth beams.
- Superstructure tranche — columns + walls up to lintel.
- Slab tranche — TMT bundles, extra cement, cover blocks.
- Finishing tranche — plaster cement, white cement, small tools.
Frequently asked questions
How many cement bags for a 1000 sq ft roof slab alone?
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A 5-inch RCC slab over 1000 sq ft typically uses around 90–110 bags of cement, plus proportional aggregate, sand and steel. Confirm against the actual slab drawing.
Can I order all the material at the start?
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Not recommended. Cement quality drops after ~90 days. Ordering in tranches keeps material fresh and cash flow smoother.
How much buffer should I keep?
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Plan a 5–7% buffer on cement and TMT. It's much cheaper than a mid-slab emergency top-up.
Written by
Written by the shop-floor team at Harsh Traders (Mandi Binaganj, Guna, MP) — authorised Bangur Cement and SEL Tiger 550D TMT dealer. Reviewed against day-to-day contractor and homeowner experience across the Chachaura tehsil.
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