Estimate how many tons of sand your project needs. Each dimension has its own unit (in/ft/yd/m), and the material dropdown sets the density automatically.
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Find the volume of each area, divide by 27 for cubic yards, and multiply by the density. Dry sand averages about 1.4 tons per cubic yard; wet sand is heavier - use the material dropdown to switch. Enter any field in inches, feet, yards or meters with the unit selector.
Use the sand calculator for paver bases, leveling layers, sandboxes, bedding and fill. It converts area and depth to cubic yards and tons with dry or wet sand density options.
Start with the calculator that matches how your material is sold: area, length, volume, count, weight or electrical load. Enter one work area at a time, use the unit selector beside each measurement, then review the order quantity and cost fields before comparing supplier quotes.
Most calculators can save the current estimate in your browser, reload named estimates, print a copy, switch to dark mode or create a shareable link. Those tools are intended for planning and communication; always confirm final quantities, coverage rates, density, code requirements and pricing with the supplier or contractor responsible for the work.