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What Is a Cubic Yard?

A cubic yard is a unit of volume commonly used in construction, landscaping, and material measurement. It represents the volume of a cube with each side measuring 1 yard (3 feet). Therefore, 1 cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet (3 feet × 3 feet × 3 feet = 27 cubic feet).

How to calculate Cubic Yards

Calculating cubic yards is important when dealing with volumes of materials such as concrete, soil, gravel, or mulch, as it allows you to convert measurements into a unit commonly used in construction and landscaping.

Cubic yards=
Length (in feet) × Width (in feet​) x Height (in feet)
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Can I calculate cubic yards if my measurements are in inches?

Yes! To calculate cubic yards from inches:
  1. Convert inches to feet by dividing each measurement by 12.
  2. Apply the cubic yard formula after converting all measurements to feet.
Cubic yards=
{Length (in feet) / 12} × {Width (in feet​) / 12} x {Height (in feet) / 12}
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How many cubic yards of concrete do I need for a slab?

To calculate the cubic yards of concrete for a slab, multiply the length, width, and thickness (height) of the slab in feet, then divide by 27:

Volume inCubic yards=
Length (in feet) × Width (in feet​) x Height (in feet)
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What’s the difference between cubic feet and cubic yards?

  • Cubic Feet: A smaller unit of volume (12 inches × 12 inches × 12 inches).
  • Cubic Yards: A larger unit of volume (3 feet × 3 feet × 3 feet, or 27 cubic feet). 1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet.
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