Soil

Soil Calculator

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How to use Soil Calculator

What the tool does, how to run it, and what to expect from the result.

About this soil calculator

Soil volume = length × width × depth. An 8 × 4 ft raised bed filled 12 inches deep holds 32 cubic feet, 1.19 cubic yards or about 906 litres. Bagged soil is sold by the cubic foot; bulk topsoil by the yard. Add 10-20% because new soil settles.

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Who Soil Calculator is for

A quick way to understand who this helps, what it solves, and where it connects next.

Best fit

Homeowners, DIYers and contractors estimating materials before a store run.

Ideal for

Using the soil calculator without installing anything or signing up.

FAQ

Common questions

Short answers for the questions people usually have before trying a utility like this.

How deep should a raised bed be?

6-12 inches for most vegetables; 18-24 inches for root crops like carrots.

Can I fill a raised bed with topsoil alone?

A mix works better: about 60% topsoil, 30% compost and 10% aeration material such as perlite.

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