Limestone Calculator
Calculate limestone weight, volume, and cost for driveways, walkways, and landscaping projects
Calculate Limestone Requirements
Density: 2410 kg/m³
Typical: 5-10% for construction projects
Limestone Requirements
Calculation: Volume = 0.00 × 0.00 × 0.00 = 0.00 m³
With 5% wastage: 0.00 m³
Weight: 0.00 m³ × 2410 kg/m³ = 0 kg
Cost Estimation
Example Calculation
Crushed Limestone Driveway
Project: Friend's driveway with crushed limestone
Dimensions: 10m × 3m × 10cm depth
Limestone type: Medium crushed (2,410 kg/m³)
Wastage: 10%
Calculation Steps
Volume to fill = 10 × 3 × 0.1 = 3.0 m³
Volume needed = 3.0 × (1 + 10%) = 3.3 m³
Weight needed = 3.3 × 2,410 = 7,953 kg
Result: 7.95 metric tons of limestone
Limestone Density Guide
Coverage Reference
Project Tips
Include 5-10% wastage for construction projects
Compact limestone in 4-6 inch lifts for best results
Use geotextile fabric under limestone for drainage
Medium crushed limestone works best for driveways
Consider drainage requirements for your project
Understanding Limestone Calculations
What is Limestone?
Limestone is a sedimentary rock primarily composed of calcium carbonate from decomposed marine organisms. It's widely used in construction for driveways, walkways, landscaping, and as aggregate in concrete production.
Common Uses
- •Driveways and parking areas
- •Walkways and pathways
- •Landscaping and drainage projects
- •Foundation base material
Calculation Formulas
Volume = Length × Width × Depth
Volume Needed = Volume × (1 + Wastage%)
Weight = Volume Needed × Density
- Volume: Total space to fill (m³)
- Density: Limestone type density (kg/m³)
- Wastage: Extra material for spills/changes
Note: Smaller limestone pieces have higher bulk density than larger pieces due to better packing.
Limestone Type Selection Guide
Driveways
Medium crushed limestone (2,410 kg/m³) provides excellent compaction and drainage for vehicle traffic.
Walkways
Small crushed limestone (2,500 kg/m³) offers better surface finish and is more comfortable for foot traffic.
Drainage
Large crushed limestone (1,600 kg/m³) provides excellent drainage properties for foundation applications.