There are many materials that can be used as an alternative to traditional methods of Paving such as concrete and masonry.

The objectives and advantages of using a stone or gravel material are many and varied.

  • Cost effective
  • Ability to D.I.Y
  • Application not permanent
  • More sympathetic to the natural environment
  • Softer under foot
  • Animal friendly
  • Non staining, no clean ups

CRUSHED DONNYBROOK / TUSCAN TOPPINGS

Crushed sandstone in tones of brown, tan and peach. Same application methods apply as for the other form of toppings. Stone particles size range from a fine dust through to 8 – 10mm. Economical crushed rock can be used prior to applying toppings.

GRANITIC SAND

Screened Granitic sand is ideal for use as a pathway material. Same application methods apply as the other forms of toppings. Granitic sand is often used in council parks and gardens as a pathway topping. Can also be used as a garden bed topping in landscaping applications incorporating drought tolerant plantings as its compacting nature only allows minimal water penetration. Light brown to tan colours with grain size from dust to approx. 3mm.

CRUSHED SILVER STONE

Crushed granite stone varying in size from a dust through to approx 5mm. It is an alternative to other toppings and concrete for use as a pathway or drive way. Apply to a depth of 75 - 100 mm for driveway or 50 - 75 mm for pathways. Economical crushed rock can be used as a filler/ base before applying the silver stone.

CRUSHED ROCK / ROAD BASE / 20mm B GRADE

Crushed from blue metal / basalt rock, this is the most economical material that can be used. Almost always used as a base under concrete to provide a stable level filler. Its plain grey colour and coarse structure is generally not suited to final use as a pathway or driveway, however it is a great temporary solution. Particle size ranges from a fine dust to 20 – 25mm.

LILLYCAN TOPPINGS

Crushed stone topping ideal for use as an alternative to concrete. Apply at a depth of 75 - 100 mm for driveways or 50 - 75 mm for pathways. Use a vibrating plate for best results or simply rake out and trod on to pack down for a firm finish. Stone particle sizes range from a fine dust through to 8- 10 mm. Economical crushed rock can be used as a filler prior to applying toppings.

RIVER PEBBLE 7MM CRUSHED

Crushed river pebble of multi colours used primarily as a loose pathway material. They will not pack down due to the absence of a fine dust so will remain loose under foot, however the drainage qualities are very good if required. Can also be used as a garden bed topping if suited to a specific style.

SEYMOUR TOPPINGS

A crushed multi coloured river pebble of sharp angular texture. Same application methods apply as for the other forms of toppings. Colours will vary from batch to batch but essentially a mix of whites, cream, grey and black. Stone particle size range from a fine dust through to 8 – 10mm. Economical crushed rock can be used as a filler prior to applying toppings.

STONE DUST / CRUSHER DUST / FINES

Although not commonly used as a pathway topping it does have the right qualities in that it will compact very well. A very fine dust through to 3 – 4mm in particle size it is commonly used as a base under synthetic turf. Also used by concretors for kerb and channel concreting applications.