How Much Sand for a 15x15 Paver Patio Sand Setting Bed?
A 15×15 ft paver patio with a 1-inch sand setting bed needs about 0.69 cubic yards of sand.
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 much bedding sand you need for the setting layer under a 15×15 foot paver patio.
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.