Soil Volume & Weight Calculator

Estimate Soil Area, Volume, and Weight

Calculate the amount of soil you need for your garden, landscaping, or construction project. Supports rectangles, circles, and various units.

Examples

See how to use the Soil Volume & Weight Calculator for different scenarios.

Garden Bed (Rectangle)

Rectangle

Calculate soil for a 5m x 2m garden bed, 30cm deep, density 1500 kg/m³.

Area Shape: rectangle

Length: 5 m

Length Unit: m

Width: 2 m

Width Unit: m

Diameter:

Diameter Unit:

Depth: 30 cm

Depth Unit: cm

Soil Density: 1500 kg

Density Unit: kgm3

Volume Unit: m3

Weight Unit: kg

Round Flower Bed

Circle

Calculate soil for a circular bed, diameter 3ft, depth 12in, density 100 lb/ft³.

Area Shape: circle

Length:

Length Unit:

Width:

Width Unit:

Diameter: 3 m

Diameter Unit: ft

Depth: 12 cm

Depth Unit: in

Soil Density: 100 kg

Density Unit: lbft3

Volume Unit: ft3

Weight Unit: lb

Raised Bed (Yard Units)

Rectangle

Estimate soil for a 2yd x 1yd raised bed, 0.5ft deep, density 1.2 ton/m³.

Area Shape: rectangle

Length: 2 m

Length Unit: yd

Width: 1 m

Width Unit: yd

Diameter:

Diameter Unit:

Depth: 0.5 cm

Depth Unit: ft

Soil Density: 1.2 kg

Density Unit: tonm3

Volume Unit: yd3

Weight Unit: ton

Large Circular Lawn

Circle

Calculate soil for a 10m diameter lawn, 20cm deep, density 1400 kg/m³.

Area Shape: circle

Length:

Length Unit:

Width:

Width Unit:

Diameter: 10 m

Diameter Unit: m

Depth: 20 cm

Depth Unit: cm

Soil Density: 1400 kg

Density Unit: kgm3

Volume Unit: m3

Weight Unit: kg

Other Titles
Understanding Soil Volume & Weight Calculator: A Comprehensive Guide
Everything you need to know about calculating soil needs for your project.

What is the Soil Volume & Weight Calculator?

  • Purpose of the Calculator
  • Who Should Use It?
  • Benefits of Accurate Calculation
The Soil Volume & Weight Calculator is a tool designed to help gardeners, landscapers, and construction professionals estimate the amount of soil required for a given area. It supports both rectangular and circular shapes, and provides results in multiple units for convenience.
Why Use a Soil Calculator?

Common Use Cases

  • A landscaper planning a new flower bed.
  • A homeowner filling a raised garden box.

Step-by-Step Guide to Using the Calculator

  • Selecting Area Shape
  • Entering Dimensions
  • Choosing Units
Start by selecting the shape of your area: rectangle for beds or circle for pots/lawns. Enter the required dimensions and select the appropriate units for each. Specify the depth and soil density, then choose your preferred output units for volume and weight.
Input Tips

Input Examples

  • For a 5m x 2m bed, enter 5 and 2 for length and width.
  • For a circular area, enter the diameter only.

Real-World Applications of Soil Calculation

  • Gardening & Landscaping
  • Construction Projects
  • Agricultural Planning
Accurate soil calculation is essential for budgeting, purchasing, and ensuring optimal plant growth. It prevents overbuying or underestimating soil needs, saving time and money.
Practical Benefits

Application Scenarios

  • Calculating soil for a new lawn installation.
  • Estimating soil for a greenhouse bed.

Common Misconceptions and Correct Methods

  • Ignoring Soil Compaction
  • Incorrect Unit Conversion
  • Overlooking Shape Differences
Many users forget to account for soil compaction or use incorrect units, leading to inaccurate estimates. Always double-check your units and consider the final settled depth of soil.
Best Practices

Tips & Tricks

  • Always use consistent units for all dimensions.
  • Add 10-15% extra soil for compaction.

Mathematical Derivation and Examples

  • Area and Volume Formulas
  • Density and Weight Calculation
  • Unit Conversions
The calculator uses standard geometric formulas: Area = Length × Width (rectangle), Area = π × (Diameter/2)² (circle), Volume = Area × Depth. Weight is calculated as Volume × Density. All units are converted as needed for accurate results.
Calculation Examples

Worked Examples

  • A 5m x 2m x 0.3m bed: Area = 10m², Volume = 3m³, Weight = 4500kg (if density is 1500kg/m³)
  • A 3ft diameter, 1ft deep circle: Area = 7.07ft², Volume = 7.07ft³, Weight = 707lb (if density is 100lb/ft³)