Sand Calculator & Usage Guide – Volume, Weight, Bulking & Waste

Sand Calculator Estimate how much sand you need for your construction or landscaping project. Project Type: Paver BaseConcrete MixPlayground SandMasonry MortarCustom Area Length (ft): Area Width (ft): Depth (in): Recommended depth: 2-4 inches for paver base Sand Type: Washed River Sand (1.35 tons/yd³)Concrete Sand (1.6 tons/yd³)Play Sand (1.2 tons/yd³)Masonry Sand (1.4 tons/yd³) Calculate Sand Needed […]

Sand Calculator

Estimate how much sand you need for your construction or landscaping project.

Sand Calculation Formula

Volume (yd³) = (Length (ft) × Width (ft) × Depth (in) ÷ 12) ÷ 27
Weight (tons) = Volume (yd³) × Density (tons/yd³)

Common Project Requirements

Project Depth Sand Type
Paver Base 2-4 in Concrete Sand
Playground 6-12 in Play Sand
Concrete Mix Varies Sharp Sand

Sand Density Reference

  • Washed River Sand: 1.35 tons per cubic yard
  • Concrete Sand: 1.6 tons per cubic yard
  • Play Sand: 1.2 tons per cubic yard
  • Masonry Sand: 1.4 tons per cubic yard

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