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How to Use Sod Calculator

Estimate the sod rolls or pallets needed to cover a lawn from its length and width, with roll size, waste and total cost per square foot.

About this tool

Estimate the sod rolls or pallets needed to cover a lawn.

How to use Sod Calculator

  1. Enter the lawn length and width.
  2. Enter the roll size and waste.
  3. Read the rolls and pallets needed.

Worked example

A 40 × 25 ft lawn is 1,000 sq ft, about 105 rolls of 10 sq ft or 3 pallets with waste.

How big is a roll of sod?

Usually 2 × 5 ft, or 10 sq ft.

When should sod be laid?

Within 24 hours of delivery, on prepared moist soil.

Put this guide into practice

  • Sod Calculator — Estimate the sod rolls or pallets needed to cover a lawn.

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