Lowe's Mulch Calculator (2024)

FAQs

How do I figure out how much mulch I need for my area? ›

To calculate mulch in yards, it is essential to note that one cubic yard of material will cover an area of 324 square feet at a depth of an inch. To determine the total amount of mulch needed, the formula is: Square footage x desired depth (in inches)/ 324.

65 bags per pallet = 65 x 35 = 2,275 lb (1,032 kg)

Most bags of mulch hold 2 cubic feet. So there are 13.5 bags of mulch in a yard. An organic mulch, such as bark mulch and pine straw, offers many benefits to plants and soil.

Weeds need light and warm soil to survive. To use mulch as a natural weed barrier, you need to put down a 2- to 3-inch layer. That's enough to keep most weed seeds from sprouting. Because you block their access to sunlight, they won't have enough energy to push through the mulch.

A: There are 27 cubic feet in a cubic yard. Most bagged mulch is sold in 2 cubic foot bags. So, for every 13.5 bags, you need one cubic yard. Example: If you used 54 bags last year, you would get the same amount of mulch in 4 cubic yards.

Mulches should be applied 2 to four inches deep. How Not to Mulch: Mulch too thin –Mulch that is less than two inches in depth does not serve the purpose of conserving moisture, reducing erosion, or providing any of the other benefits of mulch.

If you have 2 cubic feet of sand and spread it out say 1 inch thick, then it would cover 24 square feet. But you could spread it out ½ inch thick and then you would cover 48 square feet.

A regular size pick-up truck will hold three cubic yards of mulch. Topsoil, compost and heavier materials limit a load to one cubic yard.

How long does it take to spread 10 yards of mulch? ›

One man can typically spread a yard of mulch by hand in one hour, he says. Using the blower, two men can spread 60 yards in a day. That means crews spend less time on your property.

One cubic yard is a volume measuring 3 feet wide, 3 feet long, and 3 feet tall. It is equal to 27 cubic feet. Your typical wheelbarrow holds 4-5 cubic feet of material or 1 cubic yard could fill approximately 7-9 wheelbarrow loads.

If you're getting ready to install mulch in your landscape beds, you are likely wondering if you need to first remove the old mulch. Well, the simple answer is no! It's not necessary to remove the old mulch from your landscape beds because it's made up of organic material, and it will decompose over time.

While a good layer of mulch can smother small, young weeds, don't expect it to magically eliminate well-established weeds. It's better to remove any big weeds and patches of weeds before mulching over them, or they'll pop right through. Or, as noted in the previous tip, some may keep on spreading under your mulch.

While the material itself does not draw termites to the area, mulch spread over three inches deep creates an inviting habitat for the pests. Layers of organic matter trap heat and moisture next to the ground. Termites use this thick mulch as shelter from harsh weather. Some kinds of mulch may even repel termites.

Measure the length and width, in feet, of each room. Then, multiply the length by the width to calculate that room's square footage. For example: If a bedroom is 12 feet by 20 feet, it is 240 square feet (12 x 20 = 240).

Mulches should be applied 2 to four inches deep. How Not to Mulch: Mulch too thin –Mulch that is less than two inches in depth does not serve the purpose of conserving moisture, reducing erosion, or providing any of the other benefits of mulch.