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Post by Deleted on Nov 10, 2006 12:12:07 GMT
Hi all, This is probably a really silly question, but I'm trying to work out the number of litres of topsoil and compost needed to fill a raised bed 8 feet x 2.5 feet x 2 feet and have no idea how to go about it.  If there are any mathematical geniuses out there, I'd be really grateful for a steer (I spectacularly failed all maths examinations at school). Thanks and cheers ... |
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Post by sleepysunday on Nov 10, 2006 12:16:40 GMT
8 x 2.5 x 2 =40 cubic feet
40 cubic feet = 1132.648 litres
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Post by Deleted on Nov 10, 2006 12:32:51 GMT
Sleepy, I am - almost - speechless with admiration! Many thanks, I can place the order now ;D ... cheers ...
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Post by Deleted on Nov 10, 2006 14:09:32 GMT
Rounding that into simple language, about a cubic metre ...
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Post by Deleted on Nov 10, 2006 14:39:42 GMT
It would make it easier if you measured in metric to begin with.
8ft = 2.4m ------ 2.5ft = 0.75m ------ 2ft = 0.6m
2.4 x 0.75 x 0.6 = 1.08 cubic metres
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If there are any mathematical geniuses out there, I'd be really grateful for a steer (I spectacularly failed all maths examinations at school). Thanks and cheers ...