Paver Patio & Walkway Calculator | LandscapeCalculating.com

Paver Patio & Walkway CalculatorPaver counts, base gravel, bedding sand, jointing sand and edge restraint in one takeoff.Free paver patio & walkway calculator with formulas, waste factors, cost estimates and professional guidance.Formula: pavers = area × (1 + waste %) ÷ paver face area; base yd³ = area × base depth ÷ 12 ÷ 27 × 1.2How to use this calculator

Set base depth by use: 4–6 in pedestrian, 6–8 in over clay, 8–12 in for driveways.

Excavate paver thickness + 1 in bedding + base depth, and plan 25% swell on hauled spoil.

Add cut waste by pattern: 5% running bond, 10% herringbone, 15% for circles and radii.

Frequently asked questions

How much gravel base for a paver patio?

One cubic yard of compacted base per 54 sq ft at 6 in depth, including the 20% compaction allowance.

What does a paver patio cost per square foot?

Installed work generally runs $18–$32 per sq ft, with materials $4–$8 and the balance labor, base, excavation, disposal, overhead and profit.

How much slope does a patio need?

Two percent, or 1/4 in per foot, always away from the structure.

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