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Sand Calculator

Calculate tons and cubic yards of sand needed for pavers, sandboxes, pools, and masonry work.

Calculator Inputs

ft
Length of project bed.
ft
Width of project bed.
in
Standard paver bedding is 1 inch.
Dry vs damp sand weight.

Calculated Results

Sand Required
3.38 Tons (2.50 cu yds)
Volume in Cubic Yards 2.50 cu yds
Volume in Cubic Feet 67.5 cu ft
50-lb Bags of Sand 135 Bags
Values calculate live as you adjust inputs.

About Sand Calculator

Estimates total volume (cubic yards) and weight (tons) of sand required for paving base beds, sandboxes, above-ground pools, and concrete mixes.

What is Sand Calculator?

Estimates total volume (cubic yards) and weight (tons) of sand required for paving base beds, sandboxes, above-ground pools, and concrete mixes.

How to Use This Calculator

  1. Enter area length and width in feet.
  2. Specify sand bed depth in inches.
  3. Review bulk tons and 50-lb bag counts.

The Mathematical Formula & Variables

Cubic Yards = [Length * Width * (Depth / 12)] / 27; Tons = Cubic Yards * Density

Step-by-Step Worked Example

Scenario: 15 ft by 18 ft paver patio bedding at 3 inches depth with dry sand (1.35 tons/yd³).

  1. Area = 15 * 18 = 270 sq ft.
  2. Volume = 270 * 0.25 ft = 67.5 cu ft = 2.50 cubic yards.
  3. Tons = 2.50 * 1.35 = 3.375 tons (6,750 lbs). In 50-lb bags: 6,750 / 50 = 135 bags.

Result: 3.38 Tons (2.50 cu yds)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a cubic yard of dry sand weigh?

A cubic yard of dry sand weighs approximately 2,700 pounds (1.35 tons).