When it comes to planning a stone project, accurate coverage calculations are essential for determining the amount of material needed and staying within budget. At Superior Stone Distributors, we understand the importance of precise measurements, which is why we offer coverage calculators for various types of stone. These tools are designed to provide approximate estimates based on the dimensions of the area you wish to cover, taking into account the shape and size of the stone. With our coverage calculators, you can save time, money, and hassle by avoiding underestimating or overestimating the amount of material needed for your project.
Rule of thumb for material calculations:
Decorative stone and gravels
General rule – double the diameter for minimum depth. 1″ should be figured at 2″ depth and 1 1/2″ should be figured at 3″ and so on…
Mixed sizes 2″ – 4″ and 3″-5″ – use the largest sizes as the minimum depth.
Flagstone
General rule – 1″ +/- 140Sf per ton | 1-2″ +/- 100-120Sf per ton | 2″-3″ 60-70Sf per ton
Coverage will vary due to individual installation differences.
River Rounds
Approximate coverage per ton
3″-5″ 50Sf per ton | 4″-8″ 40Sf per ton | 8″-16″ 30Sf per ton | 16″-24″ 20Sf per ton
Weedbarrier
Durable material that helps reduce weed growth and aids with keeping stone from sinking in loose sandy soils.
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Rectangular/Square Beds
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| What type of material do you want? | |
| How wide is the area? (ft.); | |
| How long is the area? (ft.) | |
| How thick (deep) do you want to fill (in.)? | |
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You’ll need
Cubic Yards for your project. |
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You’ll need
tons for your project. |
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Sand(Concrete or Masonry)
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Doesn’t account for trees.
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| What type of material do you want? |
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| What is the diameter? (ft.) | |
| How thick (deep) do you want to fill (in.)? | |
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You’ll need
Cubic Yards for your project. |
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You’ll need
tons for your project. |
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| Triangular Beds | |
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(Measure the three sides)
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| What type of material do you want? | |
| What is length of the first side? (ft.) | |
| What is length of the second side? (ft.) | |
| What is length of the third side? (ft.) | |
| How thick (deep) do you want to fill (in.)? | |
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You’ll need
cubic yards for your project. |
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You’ll need
tons for your project. |
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| Circular Area w/ a Tree | |
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Circular bed with a Tree in the center.
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| What type of material do you want? |
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| What is the diameter? (ft.) | |
| How wide is the tree(ft.)? | |
| How thick (deep) do you want to fill (in.)? |
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You’ll need
Cubic Yards for your project. |
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You’ll need
tons for your project. |
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Expertise and Quality Products:
At Superior Stone Distributors, we pride ourselves on offering high-quality products and expert advice to our customers. We understand that every stone project is unique, which is why we offer a range of stone types and sizes to meet your specific needs. Our team of experts is available to answer any questions you may have about our coverage calculators or our products in general. We can also provide recommendations for the best type of stone for your project, based on your desired aesthetic, durability, and budget.