Enter your area shape and dimensions (length, width, or diameter), plus the depth you need filled, and the Sand Calculator figures out exactly how much sand to order — giving you volume in cubic feet, weight in tons and pounds, and an estimated cost if you throw in a price per ton.
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Volume in Cubic Feet
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Weight in Tons
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Weight in Pounds
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Estimated Cost
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Calculate the area (length × width for rectangles, or π × radius² for circles), multiply by depth, and convert to cubic yards. Our calculator does this automatically for you.
A cubic yard of sand typically weighs between 1.35-1.6 tons, depending on the type. Fine sand is heavier at about 1.6 tons per cubic yard, while coarse sand is lighter at 1.35 tons.
Sand density varies by type: fine sand is about 1.6 tons/yd³, medium sand is 1.5 tons/yd³, and coarse sand is 1.35 tons/yd³. Moisture content also affects density.
One ton of sand equals approximately 0.67-0.74 cubic yards, depending on the sand type. Fine sand gives you less volume per ton due to its higher density.
Yes, wet sand is significantly heavier than dry sand. Moisture can increase sand weight by 20-25%, so factor this in if you're working with wet conditions.
For metric calculations, measure length, width, and depth in meters, then multiply: Volume = L × W × D. One cubic meter of sand weighs approximately 1,500-1,800 kg.