Estimate topsoil volume in cubic feet and cubic yards from area size and desired soil depth.
Topsoil volume depends on the area being covered and the finished depth. The calculator converts inches of depth into cubic feet and cubic yards.
Cubic yards = area \u00d7 (depth \u00f7 12) \u00f7 27A 300 sq ft bed at 4 in deep needs about 3.70 cubic yards of topsoil.
At 3 inches deep, one cubic yard covers about 108 sq ft; at 6 inches deep, about 54 sq ft.
Recommendations vary with the existing soil and site. Use the depth specified by your landscaper, turf supplier or local guidance.
Yes, loose soil can settle after spreading, watering and natural compaction, so the delivered volume may not equal final compacted volume.
No. Topsoil generally contains more organic matter and is intended for planting, while fill is primarily used to build grade or fill voids.