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Calculadora Gratuita de Grava

La base perfecta, calculada al instante.

Estima la grava necesaria para caminos y patios con conversiones exactas de peso.

Calcula tu Proyecto

Diagrama del Proyecto

L: 10 ftW: 5 ft3 in

Volumen Total

Yardas Cúbicas

Ingresa las dimensiones arriba

Peso Estimado

Toneladas

Basado en densidad de Grava (1.4 t/yd³)

Profundidades Recomendadas para Grava

Proyecto / UsoProfundidad Recomendada
Driveway Base Layer4–6 inches
Driveway Top Layer2–3 inches
Walkway / Path2–3 inches
French Drain / Drainage12+ inches

Cómo Calcular el Volumen de Grava

La mayoría de los proveedores venden grava por yarda cúbica. Para convertir el área a yardas cúbicas, usa esta fórmula:

Volume (cu yd) = (Length × Width × Depth) ÷ 27

Nuestra calculadora también multiplica el resultado por 1.4 toneladas/yd³ (la densidad estándar de grava) para mostrar el peso estimado.

Consejos de Expertos

1

For driveways, use angular crushed stone (not round river rock) — the jagged edges lock together and resist shifting under vehicle weight.

2

Compact each 3-inch lift of gravel with a plate compactor before adding more layers.

3

Use landscape fabric under decorative gravel to block weeds and prevent the stone from sinking into the soil over time.

Preguntas Frecuentes

How much gravel do I need for a driveway?
A standard residential driveway (20ft × 40ft) needs 4–6 inches of gravel base. At 4 inches deep: 9.9 cubic yards or ~13.8 tons. At 6 inches deep: 14.8 cubic yards or ~20.7 tons. Use our calculator for your exact driveway dimensions.
Do I order gravel by the yard or the ton?
Quarries typically sell gravel by the ton, but volume is measured in cubic yards. 1 cubic yard of gravel ≈ 1.4 tons. Enter your dimensions above and we automatically show you both measurements.
What is the best gravel for a driveway?
#57 crushed limestone or granite is the most popular driveway gravel. It is angular, compacts well, and provides excellent drainage. Pea gravel is attractive but shifts under vehicle tires and is better for decorative paths.
How deep should river rock be for landscaping?
For decorative landscape river rock, a depth of 2 to 3 inches is sufficient for weed suppression and aesthetics. For a drainage application (like a dry creek bed), you need 6 to 12 inches of river rock.

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