Project guides
Short, practical answers to the questions that come up before you buy: how to measure, how deep to go, what materials weigh, and how to plan a base that lasts.
What Is a Cubic Yard?27 cubic feet, what it looks like, and how much ground one yard covers.How to Measure an Area for MaterialsRectangles, circles, and odd shapes - the right way to measure.Bulk vs Bagged: Which Is Cheaper?When bags win, when bulk wins, and the rough break-even point.How Deep Should Mulch Be?2-3 in to refresh, 3-4 in for new beds - and why more is not better.How Deep Should Gravel Be?2 in for paths, 4-6 in in layers for a driveway base.How Much Does a Yard of Material Weigh?Approximate per-yard weights for soil, gravel, sand, and stone.Paver Patio Base Layers ExplainedGravel base + 1 in sand bed - the layers that keep pavers flat.How Much Grass Seed Per Square Foot?~5 lb/1,000 sq ft new, ~3 lb to overseed - and why type matters.How Much Paint Per Square Foot?~350-400 sq ft per gallon per coat - measuring and coats.How Much Concrete for a Fence Post?1-2 bags per post - sizing the hole and counting bags.Mulch Types ComparedHardwood, bark, pine straw, rubber, stone - which to use where.How to Calculate Concrete for a SlabThe formula, a worked 10x10 example, and bags vs ready-mix.Gravel Sizes and Types ExplainedPea gravel to crusher run - which size and type for the job.Topsoil vs Garden Soil vs CompostWhat each one is for, and how to combine them.When and How Often to MulchTiming, frequency, and refreshing without over-piling.How Much Soil for a Raised BedHow much to fill a raised bed, plus a simple soil mix.