Calculate exactly how much gravel base and sand you need for paver installation. Professional results, no guesswork.
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Walkways
Foot traffic
Patios
Light use
Driveways
Vehicles
Heavy duty
Trucks
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Every calculator is reviewed by certified professionals to ensure accuracy.David Chen's Master Mason, Licensed GC certification ensures professional-grade precision.
What type of gravel for base?
Crushed stone 3/4" minus with fines
Can I use regular sand?
No - use coarse concrete sand only
Do I need landscape fabric?
Optional, but helps prevent weed growth
Our paver base calculator determines the amount of gravel base and bedding sand needed for your project. It accounts for the recommended base depth based on traffic load and calculates both cubic yards and tons for easy ordering from suppliers.
Formula
Area × (Depth ÷ 12) ÷ 27 = Cubic Yards
Cubic Yards × 1.4 = Tons (gravel)