How to use it
- Enter length in feet.
- Enter width in feet.
- Enter desired depth in inches.
- Click Calculate to see cubic yards, tons and cubic feet.
What it does – The Gravel Landscape Calculator turns the dimensions of your project into three useful measures: cubic yards of material, the approximate tons (using the industry standard 1.4 US tons per cubic yard), and cubic feet. Knowing the volume helps you order the right amount, avoid costly over‑orders, and plan delivery logistics. The tons figure lets you compare pricing from suppliers that sell by weight. The cubic‑feet result is handy for estimating fill for small patches or when a contractor asks for that unit. Simply plug in length, width and depth, and the tool instantly returns all three numbers so you can make an informed purchase decision. Read the cubic yards column for bulk orders, the tons column for weight‑based quotes, and the cubic feet column for spot‑fill calculations.
Pro tips
- Add 5‑10% extra volume to cover compaction and settling.
- Round up to the nearest 0.1 cubic yard for ordering simplicity.
- Confirm supplier’s tonnage conversion; most use 1.4 tons per cubic yard.
- Measure depth in inches, not feet, to avoid under‑estimating volume.
Real-life examples
- A homeowner planning a new driveway needs to know how many tons of gravel to order.
- A landscaper estimating fill for a garden patio wants cubic yards and cubic feet for precise budgeting.
- A contractor preparing a base for a shed calculates material weight to meet truck load limits.
Case study
Sarah wanted a 12 ft × 20 ft patio 4 in deep. Using the calculator she saw she needed 0.74 cubic yards, about 1 ton of gravel, and 20 cubic feet. She ordered exactly that amount, avoided a $120 over‑order, and completed the patio on schedule.