Paver Patio Calculator
Enter your patio dimensions and paver size to estimate how many pavers you need.
Paver Patio Calculator
Estimate the number of pavers needed for a patio.
This is an estimate for general informational purposes only, not a professional quote. It does not account for paver patterns that increase cutting waste (like herringbone), joint spacing between pavers, or base material needed beneath the pavers.
This calculator divides your total patio area by the coverage area of a single paver to estimate how many pavers you’ll need, plus a waste allowance for cuts around edges and borders.
Example
- With the default values shown above, this calculator returns: Patio Area ≈ 120.0; Area per Paver ≈ 1.000; Pavers Needed (with waste allowance) ≈ 132.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this account for the pattern I want to lay?
No — this gives a straightforward area-based estimate; intricate patterns like herringbone or basket-weave typically require more waste allowance due to additional cuts at edges.
What else do I need besides pavers?
Most paver patios also need a compacted gravel base, sand for leveling, and edge restraints — this calculator only estimates the pavers themselves.