Landscape Rock Calculator

Calculate how much decorative river rock, lava rock, or landscape stone you need by area and depth.

Circle uses length as the diameter; width is ignored.

5% simple, 10% normal, 15% irregular, 20% complex.

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Results

Volume needed
0.99 cu yd
With 10% waste
1.09 cu yd
Cubic feet
26.67 cu ft
Cubic meters
0.76 m³
Estimated weight
1.41 tons

Estimates only. Round up and buy a little extra to account for waste, spills, and breakage.

Formula

Volume (cu ft) = area × depth ÷ 12. Cubic yards = cu ft ÷ 27. Waste-adjusted = volume × (1 + waste%).

Frequently asked questions

How deep should landscape rock be?
Use 2–3 inches over fabric for full ground coverage.
Should I use fabric under rock?
Yes, landscape fabric suppresses weeds and keeps rock from sinking into soil.

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