How much sand for a 12 ft × 12 ft?
A 12 ft × 12 ft sand project is pre-filled below. Adjust any value to match your exact job.
Your project
Standard size shown by default. Change any value — the answer recomputes instantly.
You need
0.63tons
Exact need: 0.6 tons · plus 5% waste allowance
Material cost
$18.9–$34.65
Installed (US avg)
$80–$117
Shopping list
| ITEM | QTY | PRICE RANGE |
|---|---|---|
| tons | 0.63 | $18.9–$34.65 |
| Estimated material total | $18.9–$34.65 |
Alternative buy formats
- 0.47 × cubic yards — $13.16–$23.5
12 ft × 12 ft at different depths
| Depth | You need | Buy (with waste) | Material cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1″ | 0.6 tons | 0.63 tons | $18.9 – $34.65 |
| 2″ | 1.2 tons | 1.26 tons | $37.8 – $69.3 |
| 3″ | 1.8 tons | 1.89 tons | $56.7 – $103.95 |
| 4″ | 2.4 tons | 2.52 tons | $75.6 – $138.6 |
| 6″ | 3.6 tons | 3.78 tons | $113.4 – $207.9 |