How many pavers for a 15x15 patio?
A 15x15 patio needs 1064 standard pavers (4 x 8 in).
That is 225 sq ft, including 5% for cuts and breakage.
A 15x15 patio by the numbers
| Patio area | 225 sq ft |
|---|---|
| Pavers, 4 x 8 in | 1,064 |
| Pavers, 6 x 6 in | 945 |
| Pavers, 12 x 12 in | 237 |
| Compacted gravel base, 4 in | 2.78 cu yd |
| Bedding sand, 1 in | 0.69 cu yd |
| Edge restraint | 60 linear ft |
By paver size
| Paver size | Pavers needed |
|---|---|
| 4 x 8 in | 1,064 |
| 6 x 6 in | 945 |
| 12 x 12 in | 237 |
Counts include 5% for cuts. Waste by pattern, and per-pallet counts.
Where that number comes from
- 15 ft × 15 ft = 225 sq ft
- A 4 x 8 in paver covers 32 sq in = 0.2222 sq ft
- 225 ÷ 0.2222 = 1,013 pavers
- Add 5% for cuts and breakage = 1064 pavers
Working to a different size? The calculator takes any dimensions and returns the same figures.
The one that catches people on this size
Four inches of compacted gravel under 225 sq ft is 2.78 cu yd of base and 0.69 cu yd of bedding sand, with about 60 linear feet of edge restraint round the perimeter. How deep the base has to be, and which sand.
Before you order: getting a paver patio right.