You’ll need “traffic bound” or “dense grade” stones. The final layer of your gravel driveway should contain stones a bit larger than a thumbnail. The second layer of your driveway should contain golf ball sized stones, called #57 stones. These stones will create a solid foundation for your gravel driveway. #3 stones are about the size of a baseball/softball. You’ll need several types of gravel for driveway construction that will last. They look great in landscapes and gardens, but this isn’t the place for these great stones. Although they are attractive, rounded “river stones” will quickly slide out of place. Angular stones will lock together, reducing the movement caused by the weight of passing vehicles. No matter what type of stone gravel you choose, make sure that the stones have an angular shape. Here are a few key points on the type, shape and size of gravel that should be used in your driveway. There are many different types of gravel that can and should be used for a gravel driveway. We can help arrange a delivery or clear up any questions you may have.A gravel driveway can create an amazing entry to your home or property. Questions about large-volume deliveries? Please call us at the store at (250) 758-2401. The tandem truck is usually not available on Saturday or Sunday.Refer to our deliveries page for current rates (large-volume pricing is based on the "Dual-axle dump truck" or "Dual-axle dump truck & trailer" rates). We must deliver the product in our tandem-axle dump truck in order to receive the discounted rates.For sand and gravel products, we assume 1.2 tonnes = 1 cubic yard.Actual loads will vary slightly from estimate. For tonnage deliveries, we cannot specify an exact weight from the supplier.Minimum orders apply in order to receive the discounted rates: please refer to the individual items above.We are happy to offer greatly reduced pricing on most of our products when you order large volumes and have it delivered in our tandem-axle dump truck.
This stone can also be added to Navvy Jack gravel for concrete mixes and will help further strengthen the final hardened concrete product.
Due to it’s angular nature this is a well-packing material that also still drains freely due to the lack of fines – also great for wet areas in the landscape. Grey angular gravel ideal for driveways and French drains, retaining walls, and other utility uses, sold by the ton. See us in store for more – but this installation technique is bound to become the next “greatest thing” in paver and hardscape installations!Ĭrushed 3/8” clear can also be used for garden pathways, gravel driveways, and in conjunction with weed-barrier fabric – a general groundcover in landscaping. This stone is properly installed over compacted 3/4” clear fractured rock in conjunction with a geotextile underneath to create a base that is EXTREMELY resistant to failure from freeze-thaw cycles. A unique screeding base alternative with benefits over the typical bedding sand course under pavingstone installations. Fill out our quick and easy contact form, tell us about. Why Our Service - Gravel Delivery and Spreading. We keep this gravel on-site for our hardscapers and those building patios and driveways with pavingstones and concrete slabs. If you need gravel or any kind of rock, you can count on Jim's Gravel to help you get the gravel you need.
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