Mulch Calculator — Estimate How Much Mulch or Soil You Need

Mulch and Soil Yardages

1 Yard = 27 cubic feet (3′ x 3′ x 3′)
1 Yard = 10′ x 10′ area (100 sq. ft.) approximately 3 inches deep
You can calculate the square footage by multiplying length x width
(i.e. 30′ x 5′ = 150 sq. ft. = 1.5 yds @ 3″ thick)

Product Weights:

1 Yard Top Soil = 2,000 lbs (1 ton)
1 Yard Mushroom Soil/Earthmate = 1,000 -1,200 lbs
1 Yard Mulch = 800 lbs 1 Yard Garden Compost = 800 lbs
1 Yard Playground = 800 lbs
1 Scoop Sand = 2,500 lbs

How Much Mulch Fits in a Truck Bed?

Standard 6 ft. bed pickup = 2 yds mulch
Standard 8 ft. bed pickup = 3 yds mulch

Custom soil mixes are available, please call to place order. There is a $10 mixing fee.

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Mulch Barn Supply is your source for landscaping expertise in Bux-Mont. Our team can help you find the perfect mulch blend and outdoor materials for your project.

Not sure how much mulch or soil you need for a particular landscaping project? Don’t worry, this is a common experience for anyone who has ever set out to begin work on something around their home or business. Fortunately, there is a tool known as the Mulch Calculator that can help you determine precisely the amount of mulch or soil you require to tackle that project. It is a completely free tool from Mulch Barn Supply, and you can begin to use it prior to ever starting on your next landscaping project. When used properly, it will make life a lot easier for you. 

How to Use the Mulch Calculator

It is easy and straightforward to use the Mulch Calculator. You just need to be willing to put in a small amount of effort on your own part to get started. Here are the steps to take right off the bat: 

  • Measure the Area You Need to Fill – Take measurements of the length x width of the area that you need to fill with mulch or soil.
  • Select the Desired Depth – Choose the desired depth that you wish to fill the space with.
  • Put Those Figures Into the Calculator – Add those figures into the calculator and allow it to spit out the estimates of how much mulch or soil you will require to fill the area to your specifications. 

This is a simple 1-2-3 process that you can use to obtain the figures you need from the Mulch Calculator. 

Product Weights & Truck Bed Capacity

Don’t forget to consider the product weight and the capacity of the truck bed that you will use to move it when setting up your project. For larger orders, Mulch Barn offers a free local delivery service to make this process a bit easier on you and reduce the amount of mess that you must deal with. Keep that in mind if you are working on a particularly large project and want to save yourself some money and trouble. 

Choosing the Right Material

Selecting the right material for your project is a big deal as well. You certainly want to only fill in the space that you have to fill with something that will do the job you need it to do. Some material options are: 

  • Mulch – Great for weed prevention and moisture control in the areas where it is placed. 
  • Sand – Useful for leveling and drainage purposes.
  • Soil and Compost – Ideal for planting and growing new life

Check out the Mulch Category Page to see all of the materials that are offered. If you want to order bulk mulch online, you can also do so at the link provided. 

Custom Soil Mixes

Although there is roughly a $10 mixing fee for mixing together various materials, it is worth it for many projects. Doing so can create unique blends that are ideal for particular settings, such as the garden. Getting materials that also help to level off the garden is something that custom soil mixes can help with, and provide nutrients to grow your plants. This method is trusted by landscapers, homeowners, and contractors throughout Souderton and Montgomery County.

Visit Mulch Barn Supply Today 

If you are in need of mulch or soil supplies, Mulch Barn Supply is the place that you will want to turn to. We  are your go-to for these materials because we  have already served so many satisfied customers in the past. You should check out our  bulk order pages and see what kind of deals you can get when you order a large quantity of material. 

Start the process of tackling that project you have wanted to work on for some time, and do so with our help. Contact us today to learn more. 

 

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