About Sand Volume & Weight Calculator
Determine cubic yards, cubic meters, and tons of sand needed for paver base, sandboxes, masonry mortar, or topdressing. Includes dry density and compaction allowances.
Key Capabilities & Features
- Length, width, and depth in feet, inches, or metric units
- Converts volume to weight using calibrated 100 lb/cu ft bulk density
- Cubic yards, cubic meters, and 50lb retail bag counts
- Compaction allowance slider for settled paver bedding sand
- Instant material delivery summary
How to Use Sand Volume & Weight Calculator
1
Specify Bed Dimensions
Enter length and width in feet, and bed depth in inches.
2
Set Compaction
Include 10% compaction allowance for tamped paver sand.
3
Check Tonnage
Review required bulk delivery tonnage or retail 50lb bag quantity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a cubic yard of sand weigh?
One cubic yard of dry construction sand weighs approximately 2,700 lbs (1.35 tons). Wet sand can weigh up to 3,000 lbs (1.5 tons).
How deep should sand be under pavers?
A standard paver installation requires a 1-inch uniform layer of coarse bedding sand over a compacted 4 to 6-inch gravel base.
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