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๐Ÿชจ Decorative Rock Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost to install decorative rock landscaping. Covers river rock, lava rock, and marble chips with landscape fabric and steel edging.

Project Details

Square footage of the bed or area to cover with decorative rock

2-3 inches for decorative coverage; 4 inches for weed suppression

1 = river rock (smooth, natural), 2 = lava rock (lightweight, porous), 3 = marble chips (white, elegant)

Your Estimate

Enter your details and hit Calculate to see results.

Pro Tips

  • Always install landscape fabric before rock or weeds will come through within one season
  • Lava rock is 50% lighter than river rock โ€” fewer bags needed and easier on the back
  • Steel edging keeps rock contained and creates a clean separation from lawn and mulch beds
  • Wet the fabric before spreading rock to keep it from shifting while you work