The most popular edging materials include: Once you’ve dug out the patio outline to the required depth, your next step will be to add edging around the perimeter. The shape of your patio won’t affect your depth, as depth is dependent solely on whether or not you’re using a soil or tamped-down packed stone base. Plot the shape of your patio using spray paint, then dig to the required depth using the aforementioned criteria. Dig to an overall depth of 4 to 4.5 inches if you’re going to use tamped-down packed stone as a base.Dig to an overall depth of about 2.5 inches if the soil will serve as the base.If it’s sandy or loose in consistency, you should add a layer of tamped-down packed stone above the soil. Most soil in New Jersey is like this, but you should always make sure before proceeding with your plan. If the underlying soil is densely packed with a clay-like consistency, it will perform well as a base without any additional material. Thus, your first step should be to determine whether or not you’ll need to add a base layer. Similar to pea gravel walkways, most pea gravel patios are constructed to offer a depth of about two inches, though you may need to dig deeper if the underlying soil isn’t firm enough to provide an effective foundation. With a little regular maintenance, your pea gravel patio will give you a lifetime of enjoyment. From there, all you’ll need to do is fill it in with pea gravel and enjoy. To get started, plan the shape and depth of your patio, then plot it out in your yard and create the foundational base. All they take is a little careful planning and some elbow grease. If you have a preference or questions be sure to specific which Pea Gravel product you prefer in a call or email to River Sand, Inc.Building a pea gravel patio is an excellent low-cost alternative to elaborate, high-maintenance wooden decks and expensive stone or interlocking brick.īest of all, simple pea gravel patios are a DIY project that don’t require a great deal of experience or know-how. The angular shape of crushed Pea Gravel offers a little more stability as it tends to lock together slightly more. #89s are the most common size considered Pea Gravel and consists of minus 3/8” rocks. Often the gray colored crushed stone is used for the same purposes but at a lower cost per ton, often less than half the price per ton delivered. This type of crushed pea gravel is washed and screened to give a consistent size and remove fine dust particles. Our granite quarries here in Atlanta and the rest of Georgia typically produce a white to black, but more commonly light to dark gray gravel with angular edges. Crushed stone or Gravel comes in various sizes and #89s and #7s are two of the most typical sizes of rock that can be considered Pea Gravel as well. Crushed pea gravel, or crushed gravel, is another option that is different in look, shape, function, and price. We also offer an alternative to the River Pea Pebbles or Gravel. Can you dump the Pea Gravel nearby or place it with equipment (tractor, wheel barrow, shovel, etc.) into the area you need it? The good news is that once installed, unlike Mulch or pine straw, Pea Gravel is going to last! Also, we have been supplying the same relative color of Pea Gravel for decades locally sourced, so that you can be sure you can match the gravel for future projects. Also, consider access to the area you need the Pea Gravel. Bulk Pea Gravel will most likely save you time and money if you need more than one ton.
We recommend that you first determine how much Pea Gravel that you need and consider the method in which you need to place the pebbles. Many clients purchased bag after bag of Pea Pebbles at the local hardware store, only to find that they didn’t have enough. If you need more depth, a cheaper base for fill such as Crusher Run or Fill Dirt may help you save money to reduce the amount of Pea Gravel needed for your project.
A maximum of 4 inches is generally acceptable, even on driveways. walking on it) without being able to see the landscape fabric or soil beneath the gravel. This depth allows for some disturbance of the surface (i.e. Generally, 2 inches of depth is the minimum amount we recommend. Tons may sound like a lot but often it takes much more than you think to cover a path, flower bed, or driveway. If you know the area(s) that you will need to place Pea Gravel then our calculator may be the best option to find out how many tons you will need.
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