Dead Load Calculator | Building Material Densities and Weights
Look up dead loads (self-weight) of common building materials for structural analysis. Covers concrete, steel, masonry, wood, insulation, roofing, flooring, ceiling finishes, and mechanical equipment. Values are provided in standard units for direct use in load calculations. A quick reference for load takeoff during preliminary and detailed design.
Concrete (normal and lightweight), structural steel, masonry, wood framing, insulation, roofing assemblies, flooring finishes, ceiling systems, and other common building materials.
What units are the dead loads provided in?
Loads are given in kPa for distributed loads and kN/m for linear loads, consistent with Canadian structural design practice.