Looking to put down some mulch or gravel? Make sure you’re covered.

The only thing worse than having too much material? Not having enough. So before you start in on the flowerbeds or the driveway, take a second to punch a couple numbers into this handy calculator. Here’s how it works:

  • Enter the approximate square footage of area you want to cover
  • Enter the desired depth for your beds (standard depth for mulch is 3 in.)
  • Click the Calculate button

You’ll instantly know approximately how many cubic yards of mulch you’ll need.

Mulch Coverage Calculator

Area:

sq. ft.
Depth:

inches

You will require

cubic yards of mulch

Enter the approximate square footage of area you want to cover, then the desired depth (standard depth for mulch is 3″), then click Calculate. The calculator will tell you approximately how many cubic yards of mulch you’ll need (based on typical coverage of 100 sq. ft./cubic yard, 3″ deep).

 


Gravel Coverage Calculator
Area Length


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Area Width


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Area Depth


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Gravel Size
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