- Gravel and stone weight chart
How much a cubic yard of gravel, crushed stone, river rock, sand, topsoil and mulch weighs, in tons and pounds, plus how to turn tons into yards.
- How much does gravel cost?
Typical gravel prices per ton, per cubic yard and per bag, what delivery adds, and a worked example, so you can budget before you call a supplier.
- How much does dirt cost?
Typical prices per cubic yard and per bag for fill dirt, topsoil and garden soil, what delivery adds, and which one your job actually needs.
- Types of gravel and what to use them for
The common types of gravel and stone, what each is used for, and which to pick for a driveway, path, patio base, drainage or garden bed.
- Mulch vs rock: which should you use?
Mulch and rock compared on cost now and over five years, weeds, plant health, heat and fire safety, with a worked example for a garden bed.
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