It means anything that will fit through a 3″ x 3″ screen grid, including large stones, smaller stones, all the way down to dust. It’s something that would typically be used as a deep base to support a finer top layer of gravel.

What is inch minus?

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How do you pack a gravel driveway?





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What is 2 inch minus rock?

About 2″ Minus Road base (RCA)



Recycled Concrete Available From Crushed 1A Dust, 2B, 2A, #3 and #4 Sizes. This Material is Used for Many Construction Projects in Place of a More Expensive Gravel or Limestone.

How big is 3/4 minus gravel?

Common sizes



Rock that’s 3/4–1 inch can replace a traditional lawn or be used as an edging material or to call attention to water features. It’s the most popular size for homeowners and is typically available in many colors.

What size gravel is best for driveways?

Base layer



A commonly used gravel size for driveway base layers is #3 gravel. This rock is generally 1-2 inches in diameter and does double duty by establishing a solid, reliable foundation and providing adequate drainage; both critical factors in driveway construction.

How thick should a gravel driveway be?





The ideal thickness of each layer is between 4 to 6 inches. The middle layer should also be angular stones about 2” to 3” in diameter such as our #2 Bluestone. Since the material is angular it locks together providing traction and a stable foundation.

Can you sprinkle cement over gravel?

Cement mix might work in some cases over an existing gravel driveway. Laying a concrete driveway over an existing gravel one is possible, but it is not generally recommended. The kind of gravel that is intended to go under cement is typically a smaller grade than what is used for gravel driveways.

What size rock is best for drainage?

1/2 to 3/4 inch

For the best drainage, look for coarse washed rock (gravel) that is screened, with a stone size of 1/2 to 3/4 inch. Smaller rock with fine particles could clog the holes of the drain pipe. Pea stone works, but the smooth stones settle together and don’t move as much water as coarse rock.

What is quarter minus gravel used for?



Quarter minus is mostly used as filler aggregate for bigger aggregate, empty space between two different sized aggregate, vehicle parking grade, and landscape surfaces.

Why is it called 57 stone?

A crusher breaks down the rock into various sizes. Crushed stone varies in size. The number “57” is a number that refers to the size sieve that was used to screen and sort the stone. It means that the stone was put through the #57 sieve which produces gravel stones of about 1” to 1.5” in size.

What is the cheapest gravel for a driveway?

Cheapest gravel for driveways. The cheapest gravel for driveways is crusher run, crushed shells, crushed concrete, slate chips, recycled asphalt, and pea gravel, which all cost $15 to $30 per yard, or less than $1 per square foot when purchased in bulk from a quarry.

What area will 1 ton of gravel cover?



approximately 100 square feet

A ton of gravel will cover approximately 100 square feet, 2 inches deep.

How do I keep my gravel from moving off my driveway?

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Can you have too much gravel on driveway?

The more weight applied, the more solid your gravel driveway will be. However, be careful not to put too much gravel into your driveway, as this can have the opposite effect, causing a lot of the stone to rattle around and spread out of the driveway.

Should landscape fabric go under gravel driveway?



A good landscape fabric beneath a layer of pebbles or gravel goes a long way in preventing weed seed germination. Even the best landscape fabric won’t stop 100% of the weeds. Some seeds will inevitably germinate and sprout, however having a weed block barrier will keep the roots from getting a foothold in the soil.

How do you lock gravel in place?

The most effective, durable, and low-maintenance way to stop gravel from spreading is by using plastic permeable pavers from TRUEGRID. Much like borders, they lock the gravel into place. However, the grid paver cells within each paver retain and keep the gravel from moving at all, even within the borders of the paver.

How do you keep gravel on a sloped driveway?

The only option for keeping gravel in place on a slope is to stabilize it with pavers. Pavers are locked into the ground and they trap gravel in place, preventing it from coming loose and spreading, even under heavy vehicle traffic.

Should I wash gravel before laying?

For larger grades of aggregates, pebbles or cobbles please speak to a member of our team for advice. Thoroughly washing the gravel once you’ve laid it will help you achieve the best colour and finish in your garden by rinsing any dust or fines to the bottom of the surface.