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Topsoil Calculator

Enter the area and depth to calculate the volume of topsoil 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.

Topsoil depth guide

Use 4–6 inches for a new lawn, 6–12 inches for vegetable beds and 1–2 inches when top-dressing an existing lawn. Topsoil settles by up to 20% after watering, so order a little extra for raised beds.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a yard of topsoil weigh?
About 1.1 tons (2,200 lb) when dry; wet soil can weigh considerably more.