This soil calculator tool will help you determine the amount of soil you need for your garden project.
How to Use the Soil Calculator:
This soil calculator helps you determine the amount of soil you need for your project in cubic yards. Enter the length, width, and depth of the area you need to cover, and then click “Calculate” to get your result in cubic yards.
How It Works:
The calculator takes the length and width inputs in feet and the depth input in inches. It calculates the volume in cubic feet by multiplying the length, width, and a converted depth from inches to feet. The result is then converted to cubic yards (since 1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet).
Limitations:
- The calculator assumes all measurements are of a rectangular area. Non-rectangular areas may need additional adjustments.
- It does not account for any compaction of the soil.
- Always round up the result to ensure you have enough soil.
Use Cases for This Calculator
Calculate Soil Volume for a Rectangular Garden Bed
Enter the length, width, and depth of your rectangular garden bed to accurately calculate the amount of soil needed in cubic yards. This use case is perfect for determining the exact volume required for your rectangular garden bed.
Determine Soil Quantity for a Circular Flower Pot
Provide the diameter and depth of your circular flower pot to quickly find out how much soil is needed in cubic yards. This use case simplifies the process of estimating soil quantity for your circular planters.
Estimate Soil Amount for a Triangular Raised Bed
Input the base length, height, and depth of your triangular raised bed to get an instant calculation of the soil volume needed in cubic yards. This use case is ideal for planning the right amount of soil for your unique garden bed shape.
Calculate Topsoil Needed for a Pathway
Specify the length, width, and depth of your pathway to determine the topsoil quantity required in cubic yards. This use case streamlines the process of estimating soil for your pathway construction project.
Determine Soil Volume for a Square Planter Box
Enter the side length and depth of your square planter box to accurately calculate the soil volume needed in cubic yards. This use case assists you in easily planning the amount of soil for your square planters.
Estimate Soil Quantity for a Raised Garden Box
Provide the dimensions (length, width, and height) of your raised garden box to get an immediate calculation of the soil volume needed in cubic yards. This use case makes it convenient to plan the perfect amount of soil for your raised garden boxes.
Calculate Compost Amount for a Vegetable Garden
Input the area (length and width) and depth of your vegetable garden to estimate the amount of compost needed in cubic yards. This use case simplifies the process of calculating the compost quantity required for your vegetable patch.
Determine Mulch Volume for a Tree Base
Specify the diameter and depth of the tree base area to calculate the mulch volume needed in cubic yards. This use case helps you quickly determine the amount of mulch required for maintaining your tree’s base area.
Estimate Soil Amount for a Playground Sand Pit
Input the length, width, and depth of the sandpit to accurately determine the soil quantity needed in cubic yards. This use case assists in planning the right amount of soil for creating a safe and enjoyable sand play area.
Calculate Gravel Required for a Driveway
Enter the length, width, and depth of your driveway to calculate the gravel quantity needed in cubic yards. This use case simplifies the process of estimating the gravel needed for your driveway construction or renovation project.
Other calculators: