Below is a chart showing a variety of measurement equivalents for compost. The area of coverage is shown at a depth of 1/2 inch so for each 1/2 inch desired add the amount shown to the subtotal.
Volume (GAL.) | Weight (LB.) | Area (ft2 x 1/2 inch deep) | Volume (yd3) | Volume (ft3) |
1 | 6 | 3.21 | 0.00 | 0.13 |
5 | 30 | 16.03 | 0.02 | 0.67 |
10 | 60 | 32.06 | 0.05 | 1.34 |
35 | 210 | 112.20 | 0.17 | 4.68 |
55 | 330 | 176.32 | 0.27 | 7.35 |
110 | 660 | 352.64 | 0.54 | 14.70 |
165 | 990 | 528.95 | 0.82 | 22.06 |
220 | 1320 | 705.27 | 1.09 | 29.41 |
275 | 1650 | 4407.95 | 6.81 | 183.81 |
325 | 1950 | 10418.78 | 16.09 | 434.46 |
Compost is a great soil additive that adds a multitude of diverse life that works in a symbiotic way to help plants and animals thrive.
Uses Include:
- Mulch
- Potting Soil additive
- Seedling stater
- Compost tea
- or just dump outside to add much needed life to the soil