How to use it
- Enter the length in feet.
- Enter the width in feet.
- Enter the depth in inches.
- View the results in cubic yards, cubic feet, and tons.
This tool converts the dimensions of your garden, lawn, or landscaping bed into three practical measures: cubic yards, cubic feet, and approximate tons of topsoil. Knowing the cubic yards lets you order the right amount from suppliers, while cubic feet helps when you’re mixing soil on‑site. The ton estimate, based on 1.3 US tons per cubic yard, gives a quick sense of weight for truck load planning. For example, a 10 ft × 5 ft area 6 in deep equals 25 ft³, which is 0.93 yd³ and about 1.2 tons. Read each result directly—no extra calculations needed—so you can budget, schedule delivery, and avoid costly over‑ or under‑ordering.
Pro tips
- Add 5‑10% extra for compaction and settling.
- Round up to the nearest whole cubic yard for most orders.
- Order soil in full‑ton loads when possible to reduce transport fees.
- Double‑check depth; a 1‑inch error changes volume by ~16 %.
Real-life examples
- A homeowner preparing a new flower bed wants to know how much topsoil to buy.
- A landscaper estimating material for a residential lawn renovation.
- A DIY gardener calculating soil for a raised‑bed vegetable garden.
Case study
Sarah measured a 12 ft × 8 ft patio area 4 in deep, entered the numbers, and saw she needed 0.71 cubic yards (≈0.92 tons). She ordered exactly one cubic yard, saved $50, and completed the project without a second delivery.