Jun 22 2015 · Every driveway needs maintenance no matter what material you use but you are right the crushed concrete packs much better than gravel I don t care too much for the look of the gravel crushed concrete looks great in my opinion but yes there is a bit of dust in the summer if there isn t rain for a long period of time

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A gravel driveway can be a classic low maintenance and inexpensive addition to a home Even better it is a reasonable undertaking for a determined DIYer Here s how to make a gravel driveway

On a DIY gravel driveway project gravel itself will likely be your single largest expense but it s not the only cost you ll need to worry about Types of Driveway Gravel Aggregate is almost always mined locally so the availability of various types can change significantly over short distances

HomeAdvisor s Gravel Driveway Cost Guide provides average prices per square foot yard ton for road base materials including gravel crushed rock crush run stone limestone and shell for building a driveway private road or parking lot

5 57 67 Gravel Stone Model LMPBCY 5 This stone is used for drains and driveways Most common foundation for driveway is Crush and Run stone 5 57 or 67 is normally used to cover Crush and Run which make the driveway more presentable than simple Crush and Run alone

Gravel driveways and crushed stone driveways can be seen all over the United States They re affordable relatively simple to maintain and you can create unique colors and designs with different types of gravel In snowy regions they are much more difficult to maintain due to regular snow removal

Apr 11 2013 · A friend told us that crushed concrete which is about the same price is better because it packs harder Would crushed concrete be a good or better choice for a driveway surface given that it is the same price as gravel We re also putting in a retaining wall and will use the leftover gravel or crushed concrete to fill in behind the wall

Jul 19 2016 · Follow the steps in this video to install your own eco friendly gravel driveway Using Green Driveway s geocell grid system you can create a stable porous and attractive gravel surface for

A crushed stone driveway is one of many options to consider when installing a new driveway Benefits of installing a crushed stone driveway are lack of maintenance and ease of care plus these driveways provide an excellent drainage system Crushed stones are available in a wide range of colors making them fit into many landscaping designs

Crusher Run 4 Building roads driveways back filling garages Usually put down before crusher run Used as a coarse base or temporary road Also referred to as coarse crusher run A mixture of stones 4 Good compaction Poor drainage – 12 60 – – – – Surge Stone 8 Crusher Run Building road or driveway bases for extremely muddy

This Crush N Run is a great product to use for the base of a driveway or for a new patio or paver structure Offers durability 13 16 cu ft Crush N Run 133517 The Home Depot

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Quarry process gravel driveways Also called QP or crusher run quarry process stone is crushed stone and stone dust that compacts and binds quite well as the dust forms something like cement Pea gravel driveways Pea sized stones in a blend of colors are popular for upscale gravel driveways The stone is washed

Q We d like to have a gravel driveway but we also need to be able to plow it in the winter Is that possible roland boucher Weston Mass Roger Cook replies Sure if you use a paving technique called chip sealing Basically it s just a layer of washed stone embedded in a

Oct 17 2012 · Next to my driveway there s a 25 x75 area of 1 2 stone where the previous owners of the house parked their RV It s 2 3 deep I want to remove the stone put down topsoil and plant grass I ve done maybe 1 4 of the area by hand but it s difficult work

When installing a driveway there are two materials that are very popularly used which are crushed stone and gravel When exploring these two options it s important to keep in mind the prices sizes and uses that differ between crushed stone and gravel for driveways Benefits to Using Crushed Stone or Gravel for Driveways

PEA GRAVEL Small pea gravel is a decorative gravel and the size ranges between 1 8 to ¼ When using it for a driveway make sure to install a solid foundation such as Crusher Run first to support it since it is a rounder stone and not as stable on its own

May 03 2009 · I our area dirty crushed stone just means the stone is not washed after crushing so it contains stone dust when used with a good base it will pack down like concrete without any dust problem It will work well for a parking area as long as the base is good do not put it

Feb 14 2020 · Gravel driveways last longer than paved driveways and are more environmentally friendly Rain and snow are absorbed into the ground beneath the gravel This can help to prevent runoff and minimize the risk of flooding A gravel driveway is a good place to keep your car off of mud A gravel driveway also separates yard and parking areas

Sep 21 2017 · Whether your driveway is paved or gravel maintaining a smooth surface and repairing damage as it occurs maximizes its appearance and durability Ruts typically develop in a gravel driveway when heavy vehicles crush and scatter stones with daily wear and tear Paved surfaces can become rutted if the exposed aggregate

I have a gravel driveway uphill I put new 1 2 rock gravel in last fall because of washout I also spread concrete and sprayed it but it didn t take I have a 05 Harley Davidson Road King custom that I can t get up or down the driveway without almost dumping it Can I put anything on it to harden it up enough to get my bike up and down

Crushed stone is produced by passing stones through a crushing machine at a quarry Various types of stone are used in this operation such as granite and limestone At the bottom of the crushing machine lies a screen that traps the the crushed stone product the finer material that passes through the screen is also kept and sold as stone dust

Gravel Products and Custom Crushing If you need gravel and custom crushing for a driveway construction project or another purpose contact Rafferty Sand Gravel LLC for details We ll come to your location to process the stone or gravel to your specifications

A crushed stone driveway is less expensive than asphalt or concrete and since it s permeable rainwater soaks in rather than running off When installing a crushed stone driveway it s important to put a layer of landscape fabric down first to prevent weeds

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