Stone Weight Calculator
Estimate the total weight of stone needed based on volume and material type.
Comprehensive Stone Weight Calculator
1. Select Stone Shape
2. Enter Dimensions
3. Select Material Type
Cost Estimation (Optional)
Mastering the Stone Weight Calculator
A stone weight calculator is the essential bridge between planning your project and ordering materials. While you measure your project's needs in volume (cubic yards), landscaping suppliers sell material by weight (tons). This tool performs the critical conversion between the two.
The key to this conversion is density. Different materials have different weights for the same volume; a cubic yard of dense stone dust weighs much more than a cubic yard of lighter gravel. By selecting your specific material, our stone ton calculator uses industry-standard densities to give you an accurate weight, ensuring you order precisely what you need.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do suppliers sell stone by the ton?
Weight is a much more consistent and verifiable measurement than volume. The volume of a pile of stone can change depending on how it's stacked or its moisture content, but a ton is always 2,000 pounds. This makes it a fair standard for commerce.
How many tons are in a cubic yard of stone?
It depends on the stone's density. On average, a cubic yard of stone weighs between 1.3 to 1.6 tons. For example, lighter gravel might be 1.35 tons/yd³, while dense stone dust can be 1.7 tons/yd³.
How do I use this weight converter?
Simply enter the volume of material you need (either in cubic yards or cubic feet) and select the specific type of stone you're using. The calculator will instantly provide the estimated weight in tons.
Does wet stone weigh more than dry stone?
Yes, significantly. Porous materials like stone and sand can absorb water, increasing their weight. All standard calculations and supplier sales are based on the weight of dry material.
Is a US ton the same as a metric ton?
No. A US ton (or short ton) is 2,000 pounds. A metric ton (tonne) is 1,000 kilograms, which is approximately 2,204.6 pounds. This calculator uses US tons, the standard in the American landscaping industry.
What is "material density"?
Density is the measure of mass per unit of volume (e.g., tons per cubic yard). It's the scientific property that allows us to convert between volume and weight. Our calculator has a built-in table of densities for common materials.