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Cubic Yard Calculator

Enter the area and depth to calculate the volume you need.

Saved orders

Different materials stay separate in your order. Truck loads are estimated per product; materials are not mixed.

Build the layers

Measure each footprint once. Add the materials that sit on it.

Price the order

Each product gets its own supplier quote, density and truck limits.

What does a quantity cover?

Check a delivery ticket, a leftover pile or a supplier minimum against a spread depth. Uses the product’s loose density and bag volume.

Delivery record

Keep the next supplier conversation attached to your measurements.

Checks record your confirmations; the calculator does not assess access or choose a construction build-up.

Saved on this device only, up to 12 named orders. Saving the same name replaces it. Export an editable project file to move it to another browser. Prices use the selected currency without conversion.

Runs entirely in your browser. Nothing you enter is uploaded.

How to calculate cubic yards

Multiply length × width × depth in feet to get cubic feet, then divide by 27. If depth is in inches, divide it by 12 first. Example: 12 ft × 10 ft × 6 in = 12 × 10 × 0.5 = 60 cu ft ÷ 27 = 2.22 cubic yards.

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Frequently asked questions

How many cubic feet are in a cubic yard?
27 cubic feet (3 × 3 × 3).