How much is a CUBIC YARD? (EASY Way to Understand MATH)

Backyard DIY projects often consider buying building or outdoor materials in bulk to save money, but the first question the sales person will ask you is "How many yards do you need"? They mean cubic yards, and to answer that question, it's critical you know how much is a cubic yard. In this video, we will show you how to easily calculate how many cubic yards of mulch, gravel, soil, sand, or other material you might need for your next DIY project.



This video show's easy to understand math by providing a cubic yard visual so you can actually see what a cubic yard looks like vs. a cubic foot. After watching, you will be able to calculate how many cubic yards mulch or dirt you will need to buy, answer cubic yard is how many cubic feet, and know will a cubic yard fit in a pickup? The answer to the pickup question is almost certainly "YES"!



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⏰ Time Stamps ⏰
0:00 Welcome to Growing In The City
0:43 How much is a cubic yard?
3:55 Example #1: How much mulch will you need for the yard or garden?
4:34 Most common mistake made when calculating "yards" (or any other volume)
4:51 Example #2: How much sand will you need for the sandbox?
5:18 Example #3: How much soil will you need to fill your raised garden bed?
6:11 Next Steps to have a Successful Growing Season

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