This paver calculator gives the number of pavers for a patio, path or driveway, plus the volume of base gravel and bedding sand underneath.
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With 6 × 9 in pavers and 1/8 in joints, you need 495 pavers, or 545 with 10% waste. The base takes 2.61 yd³ of gravel and 0.65 yd³ of sand.
Pavers to buy, including waste
545 pavers
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area length 16 ft, area width 12 ft, paver length 9 in, paver width 6 in, joint gap 0.125 in, base depth 4 in, sand bedding depth 1 in.
Pavers to buy, including waste
545 pavers
area length 5 m, area width 4 m, paver length 22.5 cm, paver width 15 cm, joint gap 3 mm, base depth 10 cm, sand bedding depth 2.5 cm.
Pavers to buy, including waste
631 pavers
area length 30 ft, area width 4 ft, paver length 8 in, paver width 4 in, joint gap 0.125 in, base depth 4 in, sand bedding depth 1 in.
Pavers to buy, including waste
568 pavers
area length 20 ft, area width 20 ft, paver length 9 in, paver width 6 in, joint gap 0.125 in, base depth 8 in, sand bedding depth 1 in.
Pavers to buy, including waste
1,134 pavers
With a 1/8 in joint. The waste column adds 10%.
| Paver size | Pavers (no waste) | Pavers (10% waste) |
|---|---|---|
| 4 × 8 in | 430 | 473 |
| 6 × 6 in | 384 | 423 |
| 6 × 9 in | 258 | 284 |
| 12 × 12 in | 98 | 108 |
| 16 × 16 in | 56 | 61 |
With a 3 mm joint. The waste column adds 10%.
| Paver size | Pavers (no waste) | Pavers (10% waste) |
|---|---|---|
| 10 × 20 cm | 48 | 53 |
| 20 × 10 cm | 48 | 53 |
| 20 × 20 cm | 25 | 27 |
| 30 × 30 cm | 11 | 12 |
| 60 × 40 cm | 5 | 5 |
A paver surface is only as good as what is under it. Pavers rest on a compacted gravel base and a thin layer of bedding sand, and both need to be ordered along with the pavers.
Base depth depends on the soil and the load. Foot traffic needs less than vehicles, and soft or wet soil needs more. Follow the paver manufacturer's guidance or ask a local installer. Size the base with the gravel calculator and any concrete edging or footings with the concrete calculator.
Dig out the area to the paver thickness plus the base and sand depth, compact the soil, then lay the gravel base in layers and compact each one. Screed a thin, level layer of bedding sand, lay the pavers, and compact them into it.
Edge restraints hold the pavers in place and are installed along the perimeter. After laying, sweep joint sand into the gaps and compact again. Both are bought separately from the quantities this calculator gives.
Choose I know the area and enter square feet or square metres. The number of pavers, base gravel and bedding sand are calculated from that area, the paver size and the joint. The table above lists pavers per 100 square feet and per square metre for common sizes.
10% is typical for straight patterns. Use 10–15% for curves, diagonal or herringbone patterns, where more pavers are cut.
Patios commonly use around 4–6 inches (10–15 cm) of compacted gravel, and driveways more. Soil, climate and traffic all matter, so follow the manufacturer's instructions.
About 1 inch (2.5 cm) of bedding sand is common. The calculator computes sand from the depth you enter.
Yes, it slightly changes how many pavers fit in the area. Enter the gap from the paver manufacturer's guidance.
It depends on the size. With a 1/8 inch joint, 6 × 9 in pavers need 258 per 100 square feet, or about 284 with 10% waste. 12 × 12 in pavers need 98, or 108 with waste.
Most installations fill the joints with sand after laying, which locks the pavers together. Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for your paver and use.
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