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Mulch, soil and gravel calculator

Cubic yards and bags for beds and paths.

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Cubic yards = area × depth (in) ÷ 12 ÷ 27. Bags are usually 2 cu ft. Gravel weighs about 1.4 tons per cubic yard.

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