Gravel, sand and mulch calculator

Choose the material, then enter the area and the depth you want. You get the volume, the approximate weight and how many bags to buy.

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Gravel calculator

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How is it calculated?

Typical densities: gravel 1.6 t/m³, sand 1.55, topsoil 1.3, crushed stone 1.5 and mulch 0.4. Moisture can change the weight a lot.

Common depths: 5 cm (2 in) for paths, 7–10 cm (3–4 in) for driveways and mulch beds.

Common questions

How much does a cubic metre of gravel weigh?

About 1.5–1.7 tonnes.

Bulk bag or small bags?

For more than about 0.5 m³, a bulk bag or loose delivery is usually cheaper.

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