How Much Sand for a 12x8 Raised Garden Bed 6 Inches Deep?
A 12×8 ft raised bed with 6 inches of sand drainage layer requires about 1.78 cubic yards.
How to use this tool
- Enter the area length and width in feet.
- Enter the required sand depth in inches.
- The calculator returns cubic yards and approximate weight in tons.
Calculate how many cubic yards of coarse sand you need for the drainage layer of a 12×8 foot raised garden bed.
Frequently asked questions
- How much sand do I need for a patio base?
- A 1-inch layer of levelling sand under pavers requires about 0.89 cubic yards per 100 sq ft. Multiply your area by the depth factor accordingly.
- How much does a cubic yard of sand weigh?
- Dry sand typically weighs about 1.35 tons (2,700 lb) per cubic yard. Wet sand can weigh up to 1.6 tons per cubic yard.