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Woodchip mulch - It is created by chipping tree branches and larger stems. Cypress mulch and cedar mulch are two examples. Cedar mulch can be dyed in a variety of colors, although it tends to be slightly reddish. Cypress mulch is a popular choice because of its beautiful blond color. Woodchip mulch can also be made from recycled packaging pallets. This version is, perhaps, much more affordable.

Wood bark mulch - This is made of tree bark. Bark mulch's natural color and appearance are its advantages. Bark fragments are irregular and can result in interesting and unexpected shapes. The speed at which bark mulch decays can be controlled by choosing pieces of bark mulch that are specific sizes. The faster bark mulch chips decompose, the smaller they will be.

Straw mulch - is well-known for its heat retention properties. Straw mulch can also be used to protect plants from the cold, for example, vegetables. Straw mulch is inexpensive and can be easily traced. It is also available in many colors so you can create beautiful compositions with it.

Sawdust-mulch - This is probably the most cost-effective option. The tiny, delicate particles of sawdust mulch can be vulnerable to certain weather conditions. In order to maintain a proper ratio of nitrogen in a garden that has been mulched with sawdust, the owner will need to add it to the mixture. If it doesn't, the sawdust mulch mixture will not decompose and, worse, may steal the nitrogen from your plants. Useful for large-scale plants. Each plant has its own hole through the plastic cover that allows it to grow.

Rubber Mulch - Made from recycled tires It has incredible insulation properties. Rubber mulch will make soil stay warmer for a longer time. It will also retain more moisture. Rubber mulch is an excellent choice for playgrounds. Rubber mulch is sometimes called playground mulch. Because it is elastic, playground Mulch can absorb more energy. This will protect your child's safety from any injuries if they fall on the ground.

Black mulch - Its color lasts a very long while and looks great when paired with green leaves. This mulch is best for houses with white or grey walls. It is not recommended for fragile plants or areas that have a high probability of experiencing many hot days per year. Black mulch retains heat more effectively, which can cause your precious flowers to overheat.

Red brick houses will love brown mulch. As brown mulch looks natural, any plant will look charming. This mulch is so universal that you can't really go wrong. Its only problem is that it loses its intensity over time. This may mean that you will need to renovate.

Red mulch is elegant and beautiful. This is why it is popular in business and public spaces. It can be used in a garden with small plants, gravel, and other rocks and gravel. You should be aware that red mulch could stain your pavement.

Find the length and the width of the mulch layer. For example, we can assume that its length is l = 6 m and width is w = 3 m.

Calculate the area that you want to cover with mulch by multiplying the length by the width. In our case, A = 6 * 3 = 18 m². You can also type the area of the mulch layer directly into the mulch estimator if you want to cover an area of some more sophisticated shape. We've got calculators for to help you find the areas of many different geometric figures, such as a hexagon or a pentagon. For even more examples, visit the 2d geometry section of math calculators.

Determine the thickness (depth) of the mulch layer. Let's say it's d = 2 cm.

Multiply the area and depth of the mulch layer to obtain its volume: 18 m² * 2 cm = 36 litres.

The volume of mulch required is equal to the volume of the mulch layer. Our home depot mulch calculator will display this value for you.