Ultimate Cubic Yard Calculator
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Professional calculator for topsoil, garden soil, compost, and mulch calculations. Perfect for lawn installation, garden beds, raised beds, and landscape projects.
Topsoil Density: 1.2 tons per cubic yard |Mulch Density: 0.8 tons per cubic yard |Recommended Depth: 4-6 inches for gardens
Rich, fertile soil for planting beds and lawns. Contains organic matter.
Blended soil mix with compost for vegetable gardens and flower beds.
Organic matter for soil amendment. Excellent for improving soil structure.
Bark, wood chips, or stone for weed control and moisture retention.
For vegetable gardens, use 8-12 inches of topsoil. For established lawns, 4-6 inches is usually sufficient.
4×8 foot raised bed
Soil needed: ~1.3 cubic yards
Compost amendment: ~0.3 cubic yards
1,000 square foot lawn
Topsoil needed: ~12.3 cubic yards
Per 1,000 sq ft: ~3.1 cubic yards
2×50 foot path
Bark mulch: ~1.2 cubic yards
Stone mulch: ~1.2 cubic yards
Professional soil testing provides N-P-K ratios and micronutrient levels. Available through local extension services or private labs.
Test your soil before major amendments to avoid over-fertilization.