Why enter density?
Dry, damp and compacted sands can have different bulk densities.
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Sand Calculator — Volume, Weight & Bags
Estimate sand volume, mass and bags from length, width, depth, density and bag size with an optional waste allowance.
Result
600 m³
6,120 kg adjusted mass
6120 bag(s) at 1 kg; waste 2%.
Formula and worked example
Volume = length × width × depth; adjusted mass = volume × density × (1 + waste%).
A 4 m × 3 m area at 0.05 m depth contains 0.6 m³ before waste.
Assumptions
- Density is entered by the user rather than inferred from a sand label.
- Dimensions are converted to a consistent volume basis before mass is calculated.
Last updated: 2026-09-16
Frequently asked questions
Does it round bag count?
Yes, purchase bags are rounded up to whole bags.