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Convert your measurements into sand weight with The Colored Sand Company's sand volume calculators.
Select the sided shape that best matches your container, area, sandbox below and enter your measurements to find out how much sand in is needed.
With a measuring tape, measure the 2 smallest sides (S1), (s2), and desired height (H) of sand fill. The longest side is not needed.
Triangular
Sandbox
Enter your measurements in the chart below.
Note: Volume calculation is based on material being totally compacted.
With a measuring tape, measure the length (L), width (W), and desired height (H) of sand fill for your sandbox.
Rectangular
Sandbox, Table, Stage, Tray, Container, etc.
Enter your measurements in the chart below.
Note: Volume calculation is based on material being totally compacted.
With a measuring tape, measure any side length (S) and desired height (H) of sand fill.
Pentagonal
Sandbox, Table, Stage, Tray, Container, etc.
Enter your measurements in the chart below.
Note: Volume calculation is based on material being totally compacted.
With a measuring tape, measure any side length (S) and desired height (H) of sand fill for your sandbox.
Hexagonal
Sandbox
Enter your measurements in the chart below.
Note: Volume calculation is based on material being totally compacted.
With a measuring tape, measure any side length (S) and desired height (H) of sand fill for your sandbox.
Octagonal
Sandbox
Enter your measurements in the chart below.
Note: Volume calculation is based on material being totally compacted.
With a measuring tape, measure the diameter (D) and desired height (H) of sand fill for your sandbox.
Circular
Sandbox
Enter your measurements in the chart below.
Note: Volume calculation is based on material being totally compacted.
Recommended Depth
Determining the depth of play sand to fill a sandbox will depend on your child's age. Typically while infants and toddlers are being introduced to play sand they will only need a few inches for sensory stimulation. Adult supervision is strongly recommended to avoid potential ingestion, eye rubbing, etc. As development continues into the preschool and gradeschooler years children will prefer a deeper adventure.
The following table is simply a guideline based on sales trends:
|
Stage |
Age |
Depth |
|
Infant |
1 - 2 yrs |
2 - 3 inches |
|
Toddler |
2 - 3 yrs |
2 - 3 inches |
|
Preschool |
3 - 5 yrs |
4 - 6 inches |
|
Gradeschooler |
5 - 12 yrs |
8 + inches |