How much paver base for 50 square feet?
At 4 inches deep, 50 square feet needs 0.62 cubic yards of paver base, or about 34 bags (0.5 cu ft (50 lb) each).
Most patios need 4 inches of compacted base; driveways need 6 or more.
| Depth | Cubic yards | 0.5 cu ft (50 lb) bags | Tons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 in | 0.62 | 34 | 0.86 |
| 6 in | 0.93 | 50 | 1.30 |
1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet. Bulk delivery is usually cheaper than bags above about 1 to 2 cubic yards.