Stone Calculator
Calculate how much crushed stone or decorative stone you need by area and depth. Get cubic yards and estimated tons.
Results
- Volume needed
- 1.85 cu yd
- With 10% waste
- 2.04 cu yd
- Cubic feet
- 50 cu ft
- Cubic meters
- 1.42 m³
- Estimated weight
- 3.06 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 many tons of stone do I need?
- Multiply cubic yards by about 1.5 to estimate tons of crushed stone.
- What depth of stone should I use?
- Use 2–3 inches for decorative beds and 4 inches or more for driveways.
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