How thick should paver sand be?

Use a 1 inch bedding layer of sand over a compacted gravel base.

How much does sand weigh?

Dry sand weighs about 1.35 tons per cubic yard.

Enter the area and depth to estimate how much sand you need for paver bedding, sandboxes, or fill. Get cubic yards and tons.

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

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

How thick should paver sand be?: Use a 1 inch bedding layer of sand over a compacted gravel base.
How much does sand weigh?: Dry sand weighs about 1.35 tons per cubic yard.

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