Worked examples
Gravel Calculator examples
Pre-calculated examples for common situations. Each one shows the result, the inputs used, and a link to open the figures in the calculator.
Open the gravel calculator to run your own numbers, or pick a starting example below.
Quick comparison
Estimates use the example inputs shown on each page. Confirm your own figures before buying.
| Example | Result | Volume |
|---|---|---|
| 5 x 3 m driveway | 66 bags | 0.75 m3 (0.98 yd3) |
| 10 x 1 m path | 36 bags | 0.4 m3 (0.52 yd3) |
| 4 x 4 m area | 71 bags | 0.8 m3 (1.05 yd3) |
| 6 x 0.5 m border | 11 bags | 0.12 m3 (0.16 yd3) |
| 3 x 3 m shed base | 64 bags | 0.72 m3 (0.94 yd3) |
Common examples
5 x 3 m driveway A starting estimate for a 5 x 3 m area at 5 cm finished depth. 10 x 1 m path A starting estimate for a 10 x 1 m path at 4 cm finished depth. 4 x 4 m area A starting estimate for a 4 x 4 m area at 5 cm finished depth. 6 x 0.5 m border A starting estimate for a 6 x 0.5 m border at 4 cm finished depth. 3 x 3 m shed base A starting estimate for a 3 x 3 m base at 8 cm finished depth.
This is an estimate. Site conditions, compaction, and aggregate type can change the final quantity.