Decomposed Granite Calculator

How much decomposed granite do I need?

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Order this much decomposed granite

1.25cubic yards

Includes 15% extra, rounded up to the nearest quarter yard.

24 ft4 ft0"3"6"9"12"
Exact volume24 cu ft
0.5 cu ft bags56 bags
Wheelbarrow loads (5 cu ft)7
Approximate weight1.6 tons
Half-ton pickup trips3

Plan decomposed granite paths and patios. It compacts firmly, so this adds 15% to the loose amount.

How it works

Volume plus 15%, converted to yards. About 1.3 tons per cubic yard estimates weight.

Before you order

  • Plan about 3 inches compacted for a walkway.
  • Stabilized versions resist washing and tracking better.
  • Wet and compact in two thinner layers for a harder surface.

Common questions

How deep should decomposed granite be?

About 2 to 4 inches compacted, depending on foot traffic.

Does decomposed granite wash away?

It can on slopes. A stabilizer and proper edge reduce that.