How much sand for a 12 ft × 16 ft?
A 12 ft × 16 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
0.84tons
Exact need: 0.8 tons · plus 5% waste allowance
Material cost
$25.2–$46.2
Installed (US avg)
$107–$157
Shopping list
| ITEM | QTY | PRICE RANGE |
|---|---|---|
| tons | 0.84 | $25.2–$46.2 |
| Estimated material total | $25.2–$46.2 |
Alternative buy formats
- 0.62 × cubic yards — $17.36–$31
12 ft × 16 ft at different depths
| Depth | You need | Buy (with waste) | Material cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1″ | 0.8 tons | 0.84 tons | $25.2 – $46.2 |
| 2″ | 1.6 tons | 1.68 tons | $50.4 – $92.4 |
| 3″ | 2.4 tons | 2.52 tons | $75.6 – $138.6 |
| 4″ | 3.2 tons | 3.36 tons | $100.8 – $184.8 |
| 6″ | 4.8 tons | 5.04 tons | $151.2 – $277.2 |