How much moss do you need for a moss artwork?

Moss artworks are a popular trend in interior design. They bring nature indoors, are maintenance-free, and create a calming atmosphere. But one frequently asked question is: How much moss do you need for a moss artwork? In this article, we provide clear answers and practical tips to help you determine the right amount of moss for your project.

How much moss do you need for your artwork?

This depends on several factors:

Type of moss. Each type of moss has a different density and thickness, which affects how much you'll need.
Surface area. The larger the surface you want to cover, the more moss you'll need. First calculate the number of square meters (m²) required. Multiply the width by the height of the surface. Convert the measurements to meters to know exactly how many square meters of moss to order.
Density of moss application: Do you want a tight look, a fluffy look, or a 3D effect?

Average quantities per box size and moss type:

Size	Type of moss	Moss weight	Surface coverage (m²)
M	Reindeer moss	Approx. 0.4 kg	Approx. 0.10 m²
L	Reindeer moss	Approx. 1.5 kg	Approx. 0.20 m²
XL	Reindeer moss	Approx. 3.0 kg	Approx. 0.40 m²
M	Flat moss	Approx. 0.4 kg	Approx. 0.20 m²
L	Flat moss	Approx. 1.5 kg	Approx. 0.45 m²
XL	Flat moss	Approx. 3.0 kg	Approx. 0.90 m²
M	Ball moss	Approx. 0.5 kg	Approx. 0.08 m²
L	Ball moss	Approx. 1.3 kg	Approx. 0.20 m²
XL	Ball moss	Approx. 4.0 kg	Approx. 0.60 m²
L	ECO moss	Approx. 1.5 kg	Approx. 0.30 m²
XL	ECO moss	Approx. 3.0 kg	Approx. 0.70 m²
XXL	ECO moss	Approx. 6.0 kg	Approx. 1.40 m²

This is how much moss you need for your unique moss circle!

Here are some examples of common moss circle sizes:

Moss circle	Surface area	Flat moss box	Reindeer moss box	Ball moss box	ECO moss box
60 cm	0.28 m²	L	M + L	M + L	L
80 cm	0.50 m²	L	M + XL	XL + XL	XL
100 cm	0.78 m²	XL	XL + XL	XL + L	XL + L

Questions?

Would you like to make a moss artwork yourself, but you’re not sure which moss to choose? Or are you unsure about how much moss you need? Feel free to contact us. We're happy to help!

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