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Topsoil for 300 sq ft
Topsoil for 300 ft² at 4 in deep · 134 × 0.75 ft³ bag
Topsoil for 300 ft² by depth
| Depth | yd³ | ft³ | Bags | Tons | Bulk / bagged cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 in | 1.85 | 50.0 | 67 | 2.04 | $65 / $234 |
| 4 in | 3.70 | 100.0 | 134 | 4.07 | $130 / $469 |
| 6 in | 5.56 | 150.0 | 200 | 6.11 | $194 / $700 |
| 8 in | 7.41 | 200.0 | 267 | 8.15 | $259 / $934 |
Use 2 in to top-dress a lawn, 4–6 in for new lawns and 6–12 in for raised or new garden beds. Loose topsoil settles about 10–20%.
How it is calculated
Volume = area × depth: 300 ft² × (4 ÷ 12) ft = 100.0 ft³; ÷ 27 = 3.70 yd³. 300 ft² is, for example, a 17.3 × 17.3 ft square or a 30 × 10 ft strip.
FAQ
How much topsoil do I need for 300 square feet?
At 4 in deep, 300 ft² needs 3.70 cubic yards (100.0 ft³) – about 134 × 0.75 ft³ bag. That weighs roughly 4.1 tons.
Is it cheaper to buy topsoil in bulk or bags for 300 sq ft?
At typical prices ($35/yd³ bulk vs $3.50 per bag) bulk costs about $130 versus $469 in bags, before delivery. Bulk delivery usually wins above about 1 cubic yard.
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