Soil Calculator: Estimate Volume and Yardage for Your Garden

Use this soil calculator to determine the exact amount of soil you need for your gardening or landscaping project.

Soil Volume Calculator

How to Use the Soil Volume Calculator

To use this soil calculator, enter the length, width, and depth of the area where you want to lay the soil. Ensure you enter the dimensions in meters. Once you have filled in all the fields, click the “Calculate” button. You will immediately see the result in cubic meters, which represents the volume of soil required for your garden bed or landscaping project.

How It Calculates Results

The calculator determines the volume by multiplying the length by the width and then by the depth (Volume = Length × Width × Depth). The result is given in cubic meters, allowing for easy estimation of soil needed.

Limitations

This calculator assumes the area is a perfect rectangular prism and does not account for irregular shapes or slopes. If your garden bed has a non-standard shape or varying depth, this tool should only be used for a rough estimate. The accuracy of the result is dependent on the accuracy of the measurements provided.

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