How thick should crushed granite be?

Asked by: Jamie Afara

We recommend getting enough DG to achieve a depth of 2″ to 3″ throughout your walkway, and 4″ if you are covering a whole driveway.

What is the difference between crushed and decomposed granite?

Crushed stone is closely related to decomposed granite (DG), but these rocks are not crushed as finely as DG. Both are popular for contemporary landscapes, but crushed stone offers a crisper look than DG. Pros: Crushed stone can be poured and compacted in any shape, providing design flexibility.

Can you compact decomposed granite?

Again, DG is not a maintenance free material like a concrete walkway. It needs to be raked to remove weeds or moss, and may need to be redressed with a little bit of new material and periodically recompacted.

What do you use crushed granite for?

Crushed Granite Uses



Covering garden paths and other walkways is one of the most common ways to use crushed granite in your landscape, says Landscaping Network. Because of its natural look, it’s an ideal option when you want to blur the lines between your garden plantings and the path.

How do you seal crushed granite?

Spread 1” of your selected surface aggregate over the compacted structural stone base. Rake or screed the surface aggregate to the desired level and grade to allow for water runoff. Do NOT compact until AFTER the Gator Stone Bond has been applied. Apply Gator Stone Bond with a watering can or sprayer.

Does crushed granite get hard?

Once compacted, a patio or walkway covered with lose DG will be fairly hard. However, loose DG is easily affected by erosion and will need to be filled in often.

Do weeds grow through decomposed granite?

Weeds, on the other hand, are slow to sprout in the compacted D.G. If they do simply hoe them out. Jerry Collins, a grading contractor in Tulare who uses a lot of D.G., says “nothing will grow through three to four inches of D.G., except maybe Bermuda grass.”
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How long does decomposed granite take to harden?

3 to 4 days

Allow 3 to 4 days for the Decomposed Granite to completely dry out. Maintenance and Repairs. 1. Loose aggregate will appear on the surface as time passes.

How do you keep DG from washing away?

Decomposed granite and wood chips might wash away. The solution: Place barrier material such as rolled straw wattle, sandbags or cement edgers to redirect the flow to an established drainage path or into an open bed. Use a broom to brush off as much ponding water as possible.

Does decomposed granite need stabilizer?

Since loose DG does not contain any stabilizers, it is best placed in low traffic areas where it won’t be tracked indoors. Stabilized DG is a mixture of gravel with a light binder which helps the material hold its form more than its natural state.

How do you keep crushed granite in place?

That has this heavy-duty binding agent mixed into it and then the looser material keeps moving off the side.

How do you compact crushed granite?

Thoroughly soak the material with water. Allow the moist decomposed granite to sit for about eight hours and then compact it with a heavy roller or a vibrating plate compactor. Don’t have a compactor? For informal paths, place a flat slab of wood onto the DG and walk on it for a quick DIY fix.

Is decomposed granite hard to maintain?

While it has excellent drainage and the initial cost is low, loose decomposed granite can be costly to maintain. It easily washes away due to rainfall, or gets tracked away from the installation site (and into homes, which may damage hardwood flooring).

What happens to decomposed granite when it rains?

The beauty and natural look of freshly installed Decomposed Granite is undeniable. However, when the rainy season hits DG starts to wash away and the surface begins to erode. As with pretty much everything a bit of maintenance is needed to keep your DG looking great.

How do you keep weeds from growing in decomposed granite?

Lay weed cloth over the compacted soil surface before adding the decomposed granite. Weed cloth prevents grass and weeds from growing in the decomposed granite.