How to calculate how much you need.
You save when you buy soil and mulch in bulk. However it is not always easy to know how much you need. Here you will find what we recommend and how to calculate.
The formula
Cubic metre (m3) is the measurement we use for bulk:
Width x length x depth = volume
Example - Top dressing
Your lawn is 15 metres wide and 8 metres long. We recommend a 15 mm layer of top dressing. 15m x 8 m x 0.015m = 1.8m3
Buy in scoops/ m3
1 scoop = 0.25m3
2 scoops = 0.5 m3
3 scoops = 0.75 m3
4 scoops = 1m3
1m3 = 4 scoops
Buy in Big Green Bag
1 Big Green Bag = 0.76 m3
1/2 Big Green Bag = 0.38 m3
We deliver Big Green Bag with a truck and forklift so we can leave the bag anywhere on your property (where our forklift can get to).
What depth do you need?
- Top Dressing = 15 mm / 0.015m
- Mulch = 75mm / 0.075m
- Underlay = 100mm /0.10m
- Planting soil (garden beds) = 300mm / 0.3m
- Conditioning existing soil with cow manure = 50-100mm / 0.05-0.10m
We can help you.
Give us a call or come in to store and we will help you.
Call 4954 6999 or 4362 2822.