1. What is the Paver Sand Calculator?

The Brick and Sand Calculator for Pavers helps determine the amount of sand needed for paver bedding under bricks or other paving materials. Proper sand bedding is crucial for stability and drainage of paved surfaces.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following formula:

Where:

• \( Area \) — The surface area to be paved in square meters
• \( Depth \) — The depth of sand bedding layer in meters (typically 0.03m or 1 inch)
• \( Density \) — The density of sand (typically 1600 kg/m³)

Explanation: The calculation determines the weight of sand needed by multiplying the volume (area × depth) by the density of sand.

3. Importance of Proper Sand Bedding

Details: A proper sand base provides stability, helps with leveling, allows for drainage, and prevents shifting or settling of pavers over time.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Measure your area accurately in square meters. The typical sand depth is 0.03 meters (1 inch). Standard sand density is 1600 kg/m³ unless you know your specific sand's density.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What type of sand should I use for paver bedding?
A: Use coarse, sharp sand or concrete sand. Avoid fine sand that can wash away or compact too much.

Q2: How thick should the sand layer be under pavers?
A: Typically 25-40mm (1-1.5 inches) after compaction. The calculator uses uncompacted depth.

Q3: Should I include the sand for joint filling?
A: No, this calculator is for bedding sand only. You'll need additional sand for joints.

Q4: How do I convert the result to bags of sand?
A: Divide the total kg by the bag size (typically 20kg or 25kg bags).

Q5: What if my area is in square feet?
A: Convert square feet to square meters by dividing by 10.764 before entering the value.