How Do I Pour a Concrete Patio?

Full layout-to-finish instructions for pouring a concrete patio, including excavation depth, gravel base, forming, and slope for drainage. Covers control joints for patios over 10x10 feet.

Watch the full pour, from forming and gravel base through floating, edging, and water curing. Shows the broom finish technique and when to cut control joints.

QUIKRETE's official walkthrough of pouring and finishing a slab using Crack Resistant Concrete Mix. Good side-by-side reference while you work through the guide above.

For smaller patios or pads, mixing by hand in a wheelbarrow works fine. Covers proper water ratio and mixing technique for a consistent, workable batch.

For larger patios, a power mixer saves time and gives a more consistent batch. Walks through loading, mixing time, and pour timing.

Technical spec sheet for standard Concrete Mix, coverage rates, cure time, and compressive strength.