Cubic Yard to Cubic Feet (yd³ to ft³)
Convert cubic yards to cubic feet with a quick rule and examples for soil and mulch planning.
Quick answer
1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet. Multiply yd³ × 27 to get ft³. Example: 1.185 yd³ × 27 = 32 ft³.
Worked example
Example: You need 1.5 yd³ of soil. ft³ = 1.5 × 27 = 40.5 ft³. With 2 ft³ bags: bags = ceil(40.5/2)=21.
Why the numbers vary
Delivery materials can settle and compact; cubic yard conversions are exact, but real volume delivered can shift slightly depending on moisture and compaction.
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FAQ
A cubic yard is how many cubic feet?
27 cubic feet.
How many 2 cu ft bags in 1 cubic yard?
27/2=13.5 → 14 bags (ceil).
How many cubic yards is 32 cubic feet?
32/27=1.185… yd³.
Is the conversion exact?
Yes. It’s a unit definition: 1 yd = 3 ft, so 1 yd³ = 3³ = 27 ft³.
Sources
- Unit definition: 1 yard = 3 feet (dimensional conversion).
Related
Estimates only. If you need accuracy, validate depth, compaction, and spacing with your local guidance.