It's always wise to use a play bark calculator when planning a play area or garden feature with pine bark nuggets, as it can be full of challenges, especially when it comes to placing an accurate order. Thankfully, due to the invent of online tools, like our play bark chippings calculator, it is easier to ensure that you order the right quantity, saving you time and money. But, it's not always just about the final look; it's also important to achieve the required depth, for proper fall safety, when it comes to building play areas. Let's get straight into the basics on how to get the best out of these calculators, and then you can give ours a whirl!
Just a quick note about our new tool, called the 'Pebble Picker', in the sidebar and menu. It allows you to effortlessly browse and choose from every decorative aggregate available based on their colour and type.
They go by many names, but in essence, they are all a type of bark coverage calculator. These online tools were designed to help DIY landscape gardeners and homeowners work out the amount of bark needed for their project or planned play areas. They may also be used as an effective pine bark mulch calculator when planning borders or ground cover. It helps to take the guesswork out of a very important aspect of planning, which is how to order the right amount of materials!
You might wonder: why can't I just estimate the right amount of play bark chippings to order? Well, perhaps you can. However, an accurate calculation can save you money, time and effort. We cover the correct depth you will need for safety, below. Ultimately it's your choice, but it's always best to try to get it just right first time.
If you have a project idea but haven't measured up yet, you can also use our bark coverage chart as a quick reference guide to estimate your approximate needs.
