Common Depths
Paver base needs 1 inch of leveling sand. Sandboxes use 4-6 inches. Play areas need 6-12 inches for fall safety. Each depth changes coverage dramatically.
- Paver base: 1 inch.
- Sandbox: 4-6 inches.
- Play area safety: 6-12 inches.
Sand Coverage Calculator
Enter cubic yards and sand depth to see coverage area.
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Formula
Sand Coverage Formula
sq ft = (cubic yards × 27) ÷ depth in feet
Guide
Sand Coverage Guide
Sand Types
Mason sand is finest, good for sandboxes and paver bedding. Fill sand is coarser, for backfill. Play sand is washed and safe for children.
- Mason sand: fine, smooth.
- Fill sand: coarse, for backfill.
- Play sand: washed, child-safe.
Ordering
Sand weighs about 1.35 tons per cubic yard. Order by the ton or by the yard depending on your supplier. Wet sand weighs more than dry sand.
- 1.35 tons per cubic yard (dry).
- Wet sand weighs 15-20% more.
- Compare per-ton vs per-yard pricing.
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FAQ
FAQ
At 2 inches deep, 1 cubic yard of sand covers about 162 square feet. At 1 inch, about 324 square feet.
4-6 inches deep for sandboxes. Play areas with fall equipment need 6-12 inches for safety.
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