Paver Sand Calculator
Bedding and joint sand for pavers.
Enter your values
Enter the paver area in sq ft.
Enter the bedding sand depth in in.
Enter the joint sand rate in lb/sq ft.
Results update instantly as you type — no submit needed. Your values are remembered on this device, and the shareable link reopens the calculator with exactly these numbers.
- Bedding sand
- 0.93 tons (16.7 cu ft)
- Joint sand
- 160 lb
- Joint sand bags (50 lb)
- 4
Quick answer
Bedding sand volume comes from area times bedding depth, and joint sand is estimated from paver joint width and area.
bedding cu ft = area x depth (ft); joint sand ~ 0.5-1 lb/sq ft
At a glance
| What it does | Bedding and joint sand for pavers. |
|---|---|
| Category | Home & DIY |
| Inputs needed | Paver area, Bedding sand depth, Joint sand rate |
| Main output | Bedding sand |
| Formula | bedding cu ft = area x depth (ft); joint sand ~ 0.5-1 lb/sq ft |
| Cost | Free — no sign-up, no download |
How to use the Paver Sand Calculator
- 1Measure the paver area.
- 2Use a 1-inch bedding sand layer as a standard starting point.
- 3Estimate joint sand using the paver joint width — wider joints need more.
Inputs explained
- Paver area(sq ft)
- Enter the paver area in sq ft.
- Bedding sand depth(in)
- Enter the bedding sand depth in in.
- Joint sand rate(lb/sq ft)
- Enter the joint sand rate in lb/sq ft.
Worked example
Using the values the calculator loads with:
Inputs
- Paver area200 sq ft
- Bedding sand depth1 in
- Joint sand rate0.8 lb/sq ft
Results
- Bedding sand0.93 tons (16.7 cu ft)
- Joint sand160 lb
- Joint sand bags (50 lb)4
Frequently asked questions
Regular sand or polymeric sand?
Polymeric sand hardens in the joints to resist weeds and washout, and is recommended for most patios.
How often does joint sand need topping up?
Every few years depending on traffic, weather and joint width.
What do I need to enter into the Paver Sand Calculator?
Just 3 values: paver area, bedding sand depth, joint sand rate. Every field starts with a realistic example, so you can change one number at a time and watch the result update instantly.
How does the Paver Sand Calculator work out the answer?
Bedding sand volume comes from area times bedding depth, and joint sand is estimated from paver joint width and area. It applies the formula bedding cu ft = area x depth (ft); joint sand ~ 0.5-1 lb/sq ft and shows the working so you can check each step by hand.
Is the Paver Sand Calculator free, and do I need an account?
It is completely free with no sign-up, no download and no usage limit. Everything is calculated in your browser, so the numbers you type never leave your device.
Results are estimates for general information. For medical, legal, structural or financial decisions, confirm with a qualified professional.