MATERIAL CALCULATOR

Estimate Material Coverage

Calculate mulch and landscape material coverage using common area shapes and depth settings.

Estimate Material Coverage

Calculate mulch and landscape material coverage using common area shapes and depth settings.

Enter area dimensions using the unit that fits the jobsite, then set the mulch depth manually. Results include square footage, cubic feet, cubic yards, cubic meters, and bag counts.

Estimated material needed

Area 0 sq ft
Cubic Feet 0 cu ft
Cubic Yards 0 yd³
Cubic Meters 0 m³
Recommended bulk order 0 yards
Recommended bag order 0 bags

Natural materials can vary slightly in coverage and settling. Ordering slightly extra material is recommended for most projects.

Recommended mulch depth

Application Recommended Depth
General Landscaping 2 to 3 inches
Weed Control 3 to 4 inches
Paths and Slopes 3 to 4 inches
Playground Areas 4 to 6 inches

Quick bag coverage reference

Bag Size Coverage @ 2" Coverage @ 3"
1.5 cu ft about 9 sq ft about 6 sq ft
2.0 cu ft about 12 sq ft about 8 sq ft
3.0 cu ft about 18 sq ft about 12 sq ft