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Sand Calculator

Sand is sold by the cubic meter for construction and by the ton for delivery. This calculator estimates the volume needed for a given area and depth, with a note about compaction and settling.

What Is Sand?

Sand volume is the amount of sand needed to fill an excavated or designated area, measured in cubic meters. It is calculated by multiplying length, width, and depth. Sand is used for concrete, mortar, plaster, and landscaping, and should be ordered with a small buffer for compaction.

Formula: Length x Width x Depth

Example

Formula: Length x Width x Depth
= 4 m x 3 m x 0.2 m
= 2.40 m³

Enter length, width, and depth in any unit, then the result will be in m³.

Tip: Choose your result unit on the right before calculating.

Step-by-step calculation

  1. Enter length, width, and depth with units.
  2. Select the result unit you want (m³).
  3. Calculate to see sand volume and steps in the selected unit.

How this is calculated

Sand volume = area times depth; mass = volume times bulk density (river or crushed sand about 1500–1700 kg/m³). We add 5–10% for moisture and compaction.

Sources: IS 383 (Coarse and Fine Aggregate for Concrete); ASTM C33.

FAQ

How do I calculate sand volume by hand?
Multiply length x width x depth. Example: 4 m x 3 m x 0.2 m = 2.4 m³.
What is the formula for sand volume?
Volume = Length x Width x Depth. Add 5–10% for compaction and spillage.
Sand vs gravel volume
Both use the same volume formula. Sand is finer and may compact more than gravel.
What units should I use?
Use meters for dimensions to get m³. Convert cm by dividing by 100.
Can I use this for a garden path?
Yes. Enter path length, width, and depth to estimate sand needed.

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