A properly landscaped yard is part of making your home a beautiful oasis. Having the right materials will make creating the perfect desired look easier. Paving is a great way to enhance any exterior area of your home.
While selecting the paver color, material, and shape is important to the outdoor design, the base used under the paver material is critical. A strong, stable support base is the key to a long-lasting driveway, walkway, or outdoor patio that does not have any defects, cracks, or allow for paver shifting that can create tripping hazards.
The Right Paver Base Gravel
Granite aggregate is a great choice for a paving base—perfect for residential patios and driveway paver installations. This mix combines types of stones that are crushed and blended with dust. When mixed, the aggregate is very strong which is necessary for a paver base.
It is easy to work with and allows for adequate water drainage. Generally, it is recommended that a ¾” size be used for paver bases. Granite aggregate should be obtained from a certified quarry that specializes in aggregate mixing.
Paver Base Layers
Different materials can be used as a substrate for the base. These layers would be compacted to create a smooth level surface. There are three components to the base system underneath the pavers: the subgrade layer, the sub-base layer, and the base layer.
The subgrade layer is the bottom-most layer of the system. This is the ground soil at the area’s base to receive pavers. It can consist of clay, rock, or sand. The type of soil will depend on the geographical location of the property.
Next is the sub-base layer placed on top of the subgrade layer which is generally comprised of ¾” crushed gravel pieces that interlock with each other to create a sturdy tier to support the pavers.
Last is the paver base which can also be called the bedding layer. This is the uppermost portion that retains the substance pavers are installed into. There are several options for the materials that can be used in this part.
Getting Gravel for Paving Base in Southern California
In the end, the materials chosen for your paver base should create a durable and solid substrate to support your paved area. This will keep your pavers looking beautiful and functioning for years to come.
At Lynx Cat Mountain Quarry, we are ready to answer any questions on the size and type of aggregate best fits your needs.
