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Paver Base Calculator

Build Strong Foundations — Global Paver Base Precision

Instant base material estimate using area and paver type with our paver base calculator.

50 – 10,000 sq ft

Enter paver details to calculate base

Layer-by-layer material breakdown with the paver base calculator.

Enter layer details for full estimate

Fine-tune with drainage, frost, and waste using the paver base calculator.

1% – 5%
$0 – $500

Adjust advanced factors for precision

Paver Base Calculator: Global Foundation for Lasting Hardscapes

From garden paths to heavy-duty driveways, our paver base calculator ensures rock-solid installations with precise material estimates — trusted worldwide in USD.

"The foundation determines the height of the structure."

How the Paver Base Calculator Works

Using 2025 global standards, the paver base calculator computes:

  • Gravel base volume (cubic yards)
  • Bedding sand (cubic feet)
  • Geotextile fabric (sq ft)
  • Edge restraint length
  • Compaction and labor needs
  • Frost and drainage adjustments
Gravel (yd³) = (Area × Depth × 0.0031) × (1 + Waste)

Recommended Base Depths (2025)

Use Case Gravel Base Bedding Sand Geotextile
Walkway / Patio 4–6 inches 1 inch Yes
Driveway (Cars) 8–12 inches 1–1.5 inches Yes
Heavy Vehicles 12–18 inches 2 inches Yes + Drain Pipe

Why Use This Paver Base Calculator?

  • Global USD Accuracy — Works anywhere
  • Three Modes — Quick, Detailed, Advanced
  • Realistic Validation — No 1-acre patios
  • Frost Protection — Critical in cold climates
  • Waste Factor — 10% default

Paver Base Calculator Pro Tips

  1. Always use geotextile — Prevents sinking
  2. Compact in 2" lifts — Avoid settlement
  3. Check drainage — 2% slope minimum
  4. Order 10% extra — Covers cuts and waste
  5. Use crushed angular gravel — Not rounded pea gravel

Calculate Your Paver Base Now

Build to last. Use the paver base calculator trusted by contractors and DIYers worldwide.

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