Soil & Mulch Calculator
Calculate the amount of soil, mulch, or other landscaping materials needed for your project. Get accurate volume and bag count estimates with real-time visual feedback.
Project Details
Enter your area dimensions and material type
Advanced Options
Fine-tune your calculations
Visual Diagram
Your project visualization
Calculation Results
Material requirements and cost estimates
Enter your dimensions to see results
How to Use This Calculator
Step 1: Choose Your Shape
Select rectangular for garden beds, walkways, or square areas. Choose circular for round planters or tree rings.
Step 2: Enter Dimensions
Measure your area carefully and enter the dimensions. The calculator supports feet, inches, and meters.
Step 3: Set Depth & Material
Choose your material type and desired depth. See the recommended depths in the tips section.
Professional Application Tips
Recommended Depths:
- • Topsoil: 2-4 inches for lawn repair, 6+ inches for new gardens
- • Mulch: 2-3 inches (never exceed 4 inches)
- • Compost: 1-2 inches as amendment, 3-4 inches as mulch
- • Sand: 1-2 inches for leveling, 4-6 inches for drainage
Why Use a Waste Factor:
- • Accounts for settling and compaction
- • Covers measurement variations
- • Ensures you have enough material to complete the job