How much stone do I need?
How much stone do I need for the ground?
For pebble and gravel:
• approximately 80kg per m², based on a 5cm layer.*For particle sizes >32mm, a thicker layer is required.
• Consumption per sack: 1000kg = 0.625m³.
• Coverage: approximately 12.5m² with a 5 cm layer.
For pine bark:
• approximately 70L per m², based on a 5cm layer.
• Consumption per sack: 1000L = approximately 1m³ = approximately 600kg
• Coverage: approximately 14m² with a 5 cm layer.
For volcanic, slate and chamotte:
• approximately 50kg per m², based on a 5cm layer.
• Consumption per sack: 1000kg = approximately 1m³
• Coverage: approximately 20m² with a 5 cm layer
How much stone do I need to fill a gabion?
Density of approximately 1,650kg per 1m³.
The calculation is very easy to understand with an example: if you have a gabion of 100x50x30 cm, you must do the following calculations:
1x0.5x0.3 = 0.15m³
0.15x1,650 = 247.50kg of stone.
*It is always a good idea to calculate an extra 5%, since when gabions are filled they expand a little and a little more stone always fits than in the theoretical calculations.
Clarifications
ATTENTION!
The grain sizes of GRAVELS AND pebbles are sieve sizes
The actual sizes may vary slightly, since when talking about, for example, 60-80mm stone, it means that the stones pass through an 80x80mm square mesh and do not pass through a 60x60mm one.
Through that 80x80 mesh, a stone 100mm long and 65mm wide can pass, so there may be a percentage of stones larger than 80 and smaller than 60mm.
Breakage of pebbles
On the other hand, in pebbles larger than 60mm, there is a percentage of up to 10% of stones that can break during sorting, washing, loading and unloading; to this day we do not have machinery that prevents such breakages.
In the photos you can see, only real products are shown; broken pieces have not been removed.
Dust and sand in the products
This product is not washed, so it contains dust, sand and even traces of other products due to processing and transport. This is not a problem when using it; the stone will wash itself over time or you can pour water on it before using it.
Red Pebble
Red marble pebble: a red stone with white veins ideal for enhancing your outdoor space. This pebble perfectly combines with both modern gardens and more classic and rustic projects.
Easy placement: Installation is very easy. You just need to place a weed control fabric and spread the stone over it. Its color is very durable, making it perfect for areas with trees and plants, as leaves go unnoticed compared to lighter colored stones, such as white ones.
Differences of the Premium Red Pebble
The premium red pebble stands out for its wet rounding process, which provides a semi-polished finish and a very closed pore. This prevents the accumulation of greenery and dirt. Compared to other red pebbles, the Premium has 20% more rounding, in addition to offering a more intense color tone. On a scale of 1 to 10, the premium red pebble has two shades more color than the standard.
Why buy Premium Red Pebble?
We know that every euro counts when designing your garden, but this investment is meant to last several years, or even a lifetime. It's worth spending a little more on the premium red pebble. You will notice a significant difference in the aesthetics of your garden, and considering the durability of the product, the price difference is not that relevant.