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Paver Patio Calculator

Pavers, base and edging for a patio.

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Results
Pavers needed
208
Patio area
192 sq ft
Base material
3.32 tons
Edging needed
56 ft

Quick answer

Paver count is patio area divided by the coverage of one paver, plus waste, and base material scales with area and depth.

The formula

pavers = ceil(area x (1+waste%) / paver area)

Worked example

Worked example

Using the values the calculator loads with.

Inputs

  • Patio length16 ft
  • Patio width12 ft
  • Paver length12 in
  • Paver width12 in
  • Base depth4 in
  • Waste allowance8 %

Result

  • Pavers needed208
  • Patio area192 sq ft
  • Base material3.32 tons
  • Edging needed56 ft

How to use the Paver Patio Calculator

  1. 1Measure the patio length and width, and your paver size.
  2. 2Enter the compacted base depth, typically 4-6 inches of gravel.
  3. 3Add waste for cuts around edges and curves, more for complex layouts.

Frequently asked questions

How thick should the paver base be?

4-6 inches of compacted gravel for patios, more (8-12 in) for driveways.

Do I still need paver sand?

Yes, a 1-inch bedding sand layer sits between the base and the pavers — see the paver sand calculator.

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