Smart driveway planning for any paver shape. Handles units, patterns, waste, and budget breakdowns fast. Print results, export data, and start laying sooner now.
| Scenario | Length | Width | Paver | Waste | Area | Pavers to order | Base volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sample (metric) | 8.00 m | 3.00 m | 0.20 × 0.10 m | 7% | 24.00 m² | 1,300 (packs vary) | 3.17 m³ (loose) |
| Sample (imperial) | 26.25 ft | 10.00 ft | 0.66 × 0.33 ft | 10% | 262.50 sq ft | 1,350 (packs vary) | 1.18 cu yd (loose) |
Use the driveway area to drive every quantity. A 24.00 m² surface with 0.20×0.10 m pavers needs about 1,200 pieces before allowances. Add a 1.05 cut factor for herringbone and 7% waste to protect against breakage and color variation. The calculator rounds up to full packs, so you avoid short deliveries. Track bundles by batch number so replacement pavers match tone later.
Base depth controls stability and drainage. For light vehicles, 0.10–0.15 m of compacted granular base is common, plus 0.02–0.04 m bedding sand. The tool applies a compaction factor to estimate loose volume you must purchase. In imperial mode it converts cubic feet to cubic yards for supplier tickets. If frost is a concern, increase base depth and use well‑graded aggregate.
Jointing sand is estimated as mass per area. Narrow joints often need less, while wider joints and textured pavers need more. Edge restraint length equals driveway perimeter, which helps resist lateral creep under traffic and vibration. If you include edging price, the estimate reveals how small perimeter changes can affect totals. Plan extra for curves, ramps, and borders where cuts concentrate.
Pricing fields let you compare material options quickly. If packs contain 100 pavers, ordering 13 packs yields 1,300 pieces, even if only 1,266 are required. That buffer is useful for future repairs. Separate costs for pavers, base, sand, and edging show where savings matter most. Add delivery, plate compactor rental, and disposal as separate line items in your bid.
Before ordering, confirm paver coverage from the manufacturer, verify driveway dimensions at multiple points, and check base thickness requirements for your soil. Ensure slopes move water away from buildings. Recalculate if you change pattern, joint width, or driveway shape. Keep joints filled after compaction and initial settling for best lock‑up.
For straight layouts, 5–10% usually covers cuts and breakage. Curves, borders, and complex patterns can need 10–15%. Match the number to your layout complexity and delivery risk.
Many suppliers sell pavers by pack or pallet. Rounding up prevents shortfalls and keeps pavers from the same production run. It also leaves spare pieces for repairs.
It increases paver count to reflect extra cuts in herringbone, diagonals, or borders. Use 1.00 for simple running bond, then raise it gradually if your layout has more trimming.
They are planning estimates based on area, layer depth, and a compaction factor. Real volumes vary with subgrade irregularities, moisture, and compaction equipment. Always confirm with site conditions.
Joint sand is commonly purchased by weight. The mass estimate scales with area and your selected rate, helping you choose bag counts. Rates depend on joint width and paver surface texture.
Yes. Break the shape into rectangles or triangles, calculate each area, then add the areas together. Enter the combined length and width equivalents, or run multiple calculations and sum results.
Important Note: All the Calculators listed in this site are for educational purpose only and we do not guarentee the accuracy of results. Please do consult with other sources as well.