To use this calculator, select the type of bulk material from the drop-down menu.  Then enter the number of feet for length and width of the area to be covered.  Then enter the desired depth of the material.  Enter numbers only.  Click "Submit" to calculate the results.  Calculator rounds results to the nearest cubic yard.  (NOTE: JavaScript must be enabled on your browser for calculator to work.  To determine whether JavaScript is enabled on your browser, click here, then use your browser's "Back" button to return to this page).

We recommend the following depths for these materials:

Bark Mulch: 3 inches (then maintain at this depth)
Play Mulch: 6-8 inches
Peastone Gravel: 2 inches for pathways, more or less for other applications
Trap Rock: Depends on specific application
Trap Rock Dust: Depends on specific application 
Sand: Depends on specific application
Topsoil: Depends on specific application, but be sure to add 20% to the calculated volume to correct for compression.

Length of area to be covered (feet)    
Width of area to be covered (feet)
Depth of bulk material on ground (inches)

Minimum cubic yards required
Minimum + 20% (to correct for topsoil compression, or to 
            allow a liberal application for other materials)

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