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How many square feet does a yard of mulch cover at 4 inches deep?
The following are standard coverage rates for a 2 cubic foot bag, a 3 cubic foot bag and a cubic yard….Using a Cubic Yard:
| DEPTH | ESTIMATED COVERAGE |
|---|---|
| 2″ = 162 sq. ft. | Will cover approximately 13’x13′ |
| 3″ = 108 sq. ft. | Will cover approximately 11’x10′ |
| 4″ = 81 sq. ft. | Will cover approximately 9’x9′ |
How many square feet will 10 cubic yards of mulch cover?
100 square feet
A cubic yard of material can be spread to cover 100 square feet (10×10 foot area) at 3 inches of depth. It’s a very helpful ratio because when spreading mulch, a depth of 3 inches is considered ideal.
How much area will a yard of mulch cover?
One cubic yard of mulch covers 100 square feet at three inches deep.
How big is a yard of mulch in sq ft?
Mulch Yardages: 1 Yard = 27 cubic feet (3′ x 3′ x 3′) 1 Yard = 10′ x 10′ area (100 sq. ft.) approximately 3 inches deep. You can calculate the square footage by multiplying length x width. (i.e. 30′ x 5′ = 150 sq. ft.
How to calculate the volume of mulch you need?
To work out the volume of mulch you need, just multiply the three measurements together. Alternatively, you can use our cubic yards calculator or cubic feet calculator. length × width × depth = volume
How much does a bag of mulch cost?
A It depends on how much you need, among other factors. Bulk mulch is usually less expensive by volume. For example, at a recent visit to a garden center, bagged cedar mulch was $5.99 for a 2 cubic foot bag. Bulk mulch was $46 per cubic yard.
What kind of mulch should I put in my garden?
A 2″ to 4″ layer of organic mulch, such as shredded bark, bark chips, or pine straw, helps conserve moisture and keeps weeds at bay. To prevent rot, keep mulch at least 6″ away from the trunk, and definitely don’t pile it against the trunk.