Paver Calculator
How many pavers to order — not an install bid. Click any i for detail.
Patio or walk
Area (sq ft)
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Area
Finished surface. Convert L × W if you measured in feet. |
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Paver width (in)
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Width
Face width of one paver. |
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Paver length (in)
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Length
Face length of one paver. |
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Joint (in)
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Joint
Sand joint. Tight joints ~1/8 in; some patterns run 1/4 in. |
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Waste (%)
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Waste
Cuts, border, and breakage. 10% is a common adder; diagonals need more. |
How to use this calculator
- Enter the patio area.
- Set paver face size.
- Add the joint width.
- Raise waste for diagonals or circles.
Results explained
Each module is (width + joint) × (length + joint) in square feet. Count = area ÷ module, then × waste. Labor dollars belong on the paver installation cost page.
Quick reference: pavers
8×8 modules with a 1/8 in joint cover a bit more than 0.45 sq ft each.
| Item | Detail |
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| 8×8 + 1/8 joint | ≈ 0.46 sq ft / pc |
| 120 sq ft @ 10% waste | See result |
| Circles / fans | Raise waste |
| Base sand | See the sand calculator |
Sold by the layer or bundle — round up to the manufacturer pack.
How the estimate is built
module = ((W+j)/12) × ((L+j)/12). order = ceil(area / module × (1+waste%)).
Example scenario
120 sq ft of 8×8 pavers with 1/8 in joints and 10% waste — read the ceil count on the result.
FAQ
Install dollars?
Use the paver installation cost calculator.
Border soldiers?
Count extras or raise waste.
Permeable joints?
Wider joints → fewer pieces per sq ft.