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Aggregate Planning

Sand Calculator

Decision support

What this tool helps you decide

Best for

Bulk sand volume and weight for beds, fill and landscape work.

Enter

Length, width, placed depth, density, waste and delivery basis.

You get

Cubic yards, cubic feet, estimated weight and order planning.

Check before buying

Moisture, compaction, grade, supplier density and delivery minimums are not universal.

What you will get

1. Needed

See the estimated project quantity from your measurements.

2. Buy

Add waste and round to complete bags, boxes, cans, bundles or delivery quantities.

3. Check

Review product coverage, site conditions, local requirements and supplier details before ordering.

Quick answer: Estimate sand volume, cubic yards, and tons for construction, leveling, masonry and landscaping projects. Start with actual measurements, use the product label for coverage or yield, and treat the result as a planning estimate until site conditions and supplier requirements are confirmed.

Estimate sand volume and approximate weight for bases, leveling, masonry and landscape projects.

Project inputs

Volume first, weight second

Sand is normally purchased by bulk volume or weight depending on the supplier. This calculator computes geometric volume first, then applies your chosen bulk density to estimate weight.

volume ft³ = length × width × depth ÷ 12
order yd³ = volume ft³ × (1 + waste) ÷ 27
weight lb = order ft³ × density

Density is not universal

Moisture, gradation and material type change bulk density. The default 100 lb/ft³ is only a planning assumption. Use the supplier's stated density when you have it.

Common uses

  • Sand beds under pavers
  • Leveling layers
  • Masonry sand planning
  • Landscape and drainage projects

FAQ

How many tons of sand do I need?

Enter a realistic bulk density and the calculator converts the estimated volume to short tons.

Should I add waste?

Yes, when depth or site conditions are uncertain. Keep the allowance visible so you can adjust it rather than hiding it in the result.