Paver Sand Calculator
Bedding and joint sand for pavers.
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Results
- Bedding sand
- 0.93 tons (16.7 cu ft)
- Joint sand
- 160 lb
- Joint sand bags (50 lb)
- 4
Quick answer
Bedding sand volume comes from area times bedding depth, and joint sand is estimated from paver joint width and area.
bedding cu ft = area x depth (ft); joint sand ~ 0.5-1 lb/sq ft
How to use the Paver Sand Calculator
- 1Measure the paver area.
- 2Use a 1-inch bedding sand layer as a standard starting point.
- 3Estimate joint sand using the paver joint width — wider joints need more.
Worked example
Using the values the calculator loads with:
Inputs
- Paver area200 sq ft
- Bedding sand depth1 in
- Joint sand rate0.8 lb/sq ft
Results
- Bedding sand0.93 tons (16.7 cu ft)
- Joint sand160 lb
- Joint sand bags (50 lb)4
Frequently asked questions
Regular sand or polymeric sand?
Polymeric sand hardens in the joints to resist weeds and washout, and is recommended for most patios.
How often does joint sand need topping up?
Every few years depending on traffic, weather and joint width.
About this calculator
- Built and reviewed by James Whitfield · How we build and test calculators
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