Topsoil Calculator
Calculate cubic yards of topsoil or fill dirt needed for landscaping and grading
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Tips & Notes
- •New lawns need at least 4"–6" of topsoil for healthy grass growth.
- •Garden beds benefit from 8"–12" of amended topsoil.
- •Topsoil settles 15–20% after watering — order a little extra.
- •Fill dirt is cheaper than topsoil but contains no organic matter — use it for grading only.
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Tools You'll Need
True Temper R6STFFEC 6 Cu. Ft. Steel Wheelbarrow — Never Flat Tire
Seamless steel tray, never-flat tire, steel handles — essential for moving bulk materials
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True Temper 8"x8" Steel Hand Tamper
Compact flat-plate tamper for packing gravel, sand, and soil by hand
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NoCry Professional Knee Pads
EVA foam, adjustable straps, hard cap protection for ground-level work
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