Sand Calculator
Calculate sand needed for your project
Areas to Cover
Area 1
Materials Needed
3.3 tons
Total Sand Needed
Cubic Yards2.5
Volume in cubic yards
Cubic Feet66.7
Volume in cubic feet
Coverage Area800.0 sq ft
Total area covered
50lb Bags Needed134
If purchasing bagged sand
Estimated Costs:
Bulk Sand:$100.00
Bagged Sand:$670.00
Delivery:$92.00
Best Option Total:$192.00
Recommendations:
Sand Type
Consider masonry sand for large areas
Installation
Compact sand in 2-inch layers for best results
Delivery
Bulk delivery recommended for cost savings
Site Prep
Ensure proper drainage and use landscape fabric underneath
Understanding Sand Types
Common Types
- • Mason Sand: Fine, uniform particles
- • Concrete Sand: Coarse, sharp particles
- • Play Sand: Clean, screened fine sand
- • Fill Sand: General purpose
- • Beach Sand: Soft, fine particles
Applications
- • Paver base: 1-inch depth
- • Sandbox: 12-inch depth
- • Pool base: 2-inch depth
- • Concrete mix: Varies
- • Landscaping: 2-4 inch depth
Installation Tips
Preparation
- • Clear area thoroughly
- • Level the surface
- • Install edging
- • Add landscape fabric
- • Plan for drainage
Installation
- • Spread evenly
- • Compact layers
- • Check levels
- • Water lightly
- • Final grading
Maintenance
- • Regular raking
- • Weed control
- • Top up as needed
- • Edge maintenance
- • Drainage checks