Plus Icons

How to Level Your Gravel Patio | DoItYourself

Step 8 - Spread Crushed Stone. Take your fine crushed stone and spread …

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

Pea gravel or crushed rock?

If your going to use pea gravel, in my opinion, your wasting time and money. It simply doesn't compact as someone else mentioned. If you think you need stone, do the right thing and rent a compactor, put in the 5 or so inches of 1/2- …

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

The Ultimate Buying Guide to Crushed Stone and Gravel

#57 crushed stone can be made of different rock types (granite, limestone, basalt, etc.), with limestone being the commonest. It has relatively coarse particles with diameters of ¾" to 1." The name 57 refers to the size of the screen used to sift the stone. Crushed stone #411 #411 is a mixture of larger, fine, and dust particles.

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

type of gravel to use around a sump pit

Wells, Sump Pumps and Septic Sewage Systems - type of gravel to use around a sump pit - I have just installed a sump pit purchased at home depot, I used A base gravel to fill around the pit now it seems to be running slower did I use the wrong type gravel and should I dig it out and start over

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

Crushed Stone Aggregates for Construction: The Many Uses …

Explore the pivotal role of crushed stone aggregates in construction, …

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

The Complete Guide to Crushed Stone and Gravel

The most common use for recycled crushed stone is as a base for …

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

uses of crushed asphalt

9 Best Uses for Crushed Stone | DoItYourself. Crushed stone is exactly what it sounds like, rocks that have been crushed or broken down by crushing machines. Its main uses are as an aggregate for construction and landscaping purposes.

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

Front stoop construction questions

I plan to use the ground itself as the form as long as I can dig some clean trenches with good sidewalls. From that point I plan to use cinder blocks to build the sidewalls and steps and the platform height itself will end a few inches beneath the door. I'll be using 2" blue stone treads for the steps and 1.5" treads for the platform area.

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

Driveway millings or crush/run?

I have used road millings and crushed concrete for my driveway and I have good results with both. The only downside is crushed concrete can be quite dusty and asphalt road millings may have some larger chunks that you might have to filter out. It looks to me that you already have some crushed concrete one your road.

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

9 best uses for crushed stone doityourself

production of crushed rock aggregate - dakotahotel.eu. 9 Best Uses for Crushed Stone " DoItYourself. Crushed stone is exactly what it sounds like, rocks that have been crushed or broken down by crushing machines.

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

How to Lay a Concrete Block Wall | DoItYourself

A strip of this cloth should be used for every other course at the tie-in point. If the concrete blocks are being laid as a fence or barrier, the top course should be finished by filling the holes with fresh concrete. For a neater and more enduring finish, use patio blocks, as they are very attractive with the added benefit of being waterproof.

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

3 Best Uses for a Vernier Caliper | DoItYourself

Below are the best uses for a Vernier caliper. 1. Measuring Inside Dimensions. The upper set of jaws on the caliper can be used to measure inside dimensions, such as the diameter of a hole on a piece of wood or metal. Measuring the precise diameter of holes in pipes, cylinders, and other hollow objects is very important …

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

Crushed Stone Aggregates for Construction: The Many Uses …

The Many Uses of Crushed Stone Aggregates in Construction. Throughout a construction project, aggregates play a critical role, even in areas like drainage systems. Wet, soggy grounds can spell disaster for any construction project. By facilitating proper drainage, aggregates help take away excess water, ensuring the longevity and safety of …

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

10 Things to Avoid When Installing a Flagpole | DoItYourself…

Use a wood shim that can hold up to the task. For instance, strips of cedar shingles work well for this project. 9. Wrong Drill Bit for Cleat Holes. Avoid using the wrong-sized drill bit for making the cleat holes. Use an 1/8-inch bit for a 15-foot pole, a 5/32-inch bit for a 20- or 25-foot pole and a 3/16-inch bit for a 25- to 40-foot pole. 10.

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

Installing a natural stone landscape border

I'm trying to figure out how to best prepare the base surface in my yard (currently just dirt) to accept the border without sagging over time. ... you can dry stack the stones on a compacted crushed stone base. You don't say where you are located but the more freezing weather you get the more important the base/foundation will become. …

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

#9 Limestone Gravel | Aggregate | Stone Center

#9 Limestone is a finely crushed limestone that serves as an excellent leveling agent. Choose #9 Limestone for reliable leveling and enhanced drainage in your outdoor projects! ... #9 Gravel, a size of crushed stone, offers versatile applications due to its 3/8" size and angular shape. ... Widely used in parks as a top layer for walkways, #9 ...

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

Correct Base for Stepping Stones

Yes, 7-8" of base (with sand) is a good amount. Do not skimp on the compaction when you put stone into the hole. This is the foundation for the stepping stone. One thing the base of clean crushed …

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

High Performance Bedding (HPB) for pavers in So. Cal.?

Then stone dust for the sand layer. It's a byproduct of stone crushing and has flakes from about 3/8" down to dust. It has less compaction than masonry sand but when compacted becomes quite hard. Even when freshly applied it can withstand animals and rain better than plain sand. Still, I only spread as much sand (stone dust) as I can …

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

How to Mix Your Own Driveway Asphalt | DoItYourself

Stone driveways are elegant, but they can be treacherous when it snows or rains, so it's better to use driveway asphalt. ... Written by Doityourself Staff. on Sep 27, 2010. 10-20 hours ... to slope the driveway properly for drainage. You will then only mix crushed gravel to pour on top of the whole gravel. Always be sure to compact this layer ...

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

Filling in an abandoned cesspool?

That's why in my area crushed stone is almost always used instead of dirt. Upvote #6 04-25-24, 04:15 PM S. spta97. Member. Thread Starter. Join Date: Apr 2007. Location: USA. Posts: 382 Upvotes: 2 ... Fill will RCA or #57 stone. 5. Top with top soil and mound it to allow settling What am I missing? Upvote ... DoItYourself®, founded in …

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

How to Lay a Pathway with Crusher Dust | DoItYourself

To ensure our content is always up-to-date with current information, best practices, and professional advice, articles are routinely reviewed by industry experts with years of hands-on experience. ... Crusher dust, or quarried and crushed rock too small for use on roadbeds, makes an excellent material for a pathway. Rain, time, and foot traffic ...

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

crushed stones uses

9 Best Uses for Crushed Stone | DoItYourself. Crushed stone is exactly what it sounds like, rocks that have been crushed or broken down by crushing machines. USGS Minerals Information: Statistical Compendium - CRUSHED STONE. This publication includes data through 1990. For recent statistics, please go the the Crushed Stone …

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

what is crushed stone

9 Best Uses for Crushed Stone | DoItYourself. Crushed stone is exactly what it sounds like, rocks that have been crushed or broken down by crushing machines. ... Jun 02, 2009 · Best Answer: Depends on what's commonly available in your area and where you buy it. Direct from the quarry is usually much, much cheaper than crushed …

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

6 Common Uses For Crushed Stone

Crushed stone can change the sound that a fountain makes or prevent …

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

Laying down a base material under concrete that will be …

Bricks, Masonry, Cinder Block, Paving & Walking Stones, Asphalt and Concrete - Laying down a base material under concrete that will be poured. - We had a pool installed. The mason is coming to pour concrete and around pool and walkways. I have a 30 foot sloped trench with 3/4 crushed stone with fabric laid exactly

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

crushed ez lay lines, what to do?

Wells, Sump Pumps and Septic Sewage Systems - crushed ez lay lines, what to do? - The septic began overflowing at the tank with more than one load of laundry. ... ISI Equalizer® 36 chamber 10.2 9.3 36" W x 14" H stone trench 10.2 4.7 PTI MPS-10 9.4 8.6 PTI MPS-9 8.2 5.6 ... DoItYourself®, founded in 1995, is the leading …

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

How to fill large void under concrete slab?

Holly cow! That's quite a hole. To save on cost I would fill in the hole with clean crushed stone like #57. Stone like that naturally assumes a relatively high compaction. Then use expanding structural for the last 4-6" at the top.

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

Preparing a Driveway for Crushed Rock | DoItYourself

Make sure that you remove all of the topsoils as this will help to keep any dirt or dust from seeping out from under your crushed rock once it has been installed. As you rake through your soil, be sure that you get rid of any big rocks or sticks as well as any other debris that may cause issues or get in the way. Step 2 - Use Weed Killer

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

How much will crushed stone (item 4) compact

Bricks, Masonry, Cinder Block, Paving & Walking Stones, Asphalt and Concrete - How much will crushed stone (item 4) compact - I'm in the process of installing pavers for a walkway and I think I'm making a newbie mistake. I've laid the base of crushed stone (fine to it looks like 3/4 -1 stones) to the exact height

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

Soil under slab

Basements, Attics and Crawl Spaces - Soil under slab - No crushed stone …

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

Use Clay Fill Dirt Under Paver Patio

Decks, Patios, Porches, Walkways, Driveways, Stairs, Steps and Docks - Use Clay Fill Dirt Under Paver Patio - I am building a 20' diameter circular paver stone patio with a seating wall bordering about half of it. Due to the slope of the yard, I will need to add fill dirt from 6 deep at center to ~20 deep at the wall (t

به خواندن ادامه دهید
Plus Icons

Dead Grass: Repair? Replace with stone?

Lawns, Landscaping and Outdoor Decor - Dead Grass: Repair? Replace with stone? - The boss is getting angry with me for spending time and money every single fall for the last 4-5 years on this grass repair. The grass extends up a slight hill and then towards the middle of the yard. The area gets direct sun nearly all

به خواندن ادامه دهید

آیا هیچ سوالی دارید ؟

چه بخواهید با ما کار کنید و چه علاقه مند به کسب اطلاعات بیشتر در مورد محصولات ما هستید، مایلیم از شما بشنویم.