How Much Topsoil for 800 Square Feet?
How much topsoil for 800 square feet: about 9.88 cubic yards at 4 inches deep, or 4.94 yards for a 2-inch top dressing.
Volume and tonnage calculator →Topsoil by depth over 800 sq ft
| Depth | Cubic yards | Approx. tons | 1 cu ft bags |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 in | 2.47 | 3.0 | 67 |
| 2 in | 4.94 | 5.9 | 134 |
| 3 in | 7.41 | 8.9 | 200 |
| 4 in | 9.88 | 11.9 | 267 |
| 6 in | 14.81 | 17.8 | 400 |
Tons use roughly 1.2 tons per cubic yard; wet soil is heavier, so check the supplier’s figure if they sell by weight.
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Choosing a depth
A light top dressing of 1/4 to 1/2 inch evens out an existing lawn. Filling low spots or overseeding often uses 1 to 2 inches. A new lawn or garden is usually built on 4 to 6 inches of topsoil.
Bulk or bagged
Order bulk; bags at this volume cost far more and mean a lot of lifting. Ask whether the soil is screened, which removes rocks and roots. See how much a yard of topsoil covers.
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Common mistakes
Many people underestimate settling, so beds end up low by the second season. Others pile soil or mulch against tree trunks and siding, which invites rot and insects. Wet, sticky soil should wait for a drier day before spreading.
Timing the job
Spring and early fall are the easiest times to spread soil and mulch: the ground is workable and plants are ready to root. Avoid spreading right before heavy rain, which can wash fresh material off slopes and into drains.
Weight and hauling
A cubic yard of soil can weigh a ton or more, and mulch roughly a quarter to half of that depending on moisture. Check your vehicle’s payload before hauling, and keep trailer loads within the rated capacity.
Questions people ask
How many yards of topsoil for 800 sq ft?
About 9.88 cubic yards at 4 inches deep.
How much topsoil for 800 sq ft at 2 inches?
About 4.94 cubic yards.
How deep should topsoil be for a new lawn?
About 4 to 6 inches.
How much does a yard of topsoil weigh?
Roughly 1 to 1.4 tons depending on moisture.
Should I buy screened topsoil?
Yes for lawns and beds; screening removes rocks, roots and clods.
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