{"id":1804,"date":"2015-05-15T13:24:08","date_gmt":"2015-05-15T13:24:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.grandriverstone.com\/?p=1804"},"modified":"2023-05-24T18:38:10","modified_gmt":"2023-05-24T18:38:10","slug":"proper-base-materials-for-patios-and-driveways","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.grandriverstone.com\/blog\/proper-base-materials-for-patios-and-driveways\/","title":{"rendered":"Proper Base Materials for Patios and Driveways"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Before you lay down interlocking stones, you need a solid base<\/h2>\n<p>If your long weekend landscape\u00a0upgrade plans include laying a new driveway or installing new <a href=\"\/landscaping-supplies\/patio-stones\">patio stones<\/a>, it\u2019s important to remember that, like most renovation jobs, preparation is everything.<\/p>\n<p>Though the <a href=\"\/landscaping-supplies\/interlocking-pavers\" data-cke-saved-href=\"\/landscaping-supplies\/interlocking-pavers\">interlock pavers<\/a> or <a href=\"\/building-supplies\/concrete-brick-concrete-stone\/\">concrete bricks<\/a>\u00a0are the crowning glory, they can\u2019t do the job alone.<\/p>\n<p>You need to build a solid foundation, as the base materials you choose need to provide enough support to prevent settling over time and allow for proper drainage. Once the project\u2019s excavation is complete, the next two steps are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Intalling the base, which supports and keeps the top surface level, and<\/li>\n<li>Installing the setting bed, which aids in final leveling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How much base materials will you need<\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to materials, a minimum of 8-12 inches of a well-compacted base and a one-inch sand setting bed are standard, but how much you need will be determined by the <a href=\"\/landscaping-supplies\/topsoil\">soil<\/a> condition of your property.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some choices and what to keep in mind when making a selection for your project:<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Concrete Sand<\/strong><\/h2>\n<table class=\" tablepress\" style=\"height: 272px;\" width=\"638\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/concrete-sand.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-403\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/concrete-sand-300x257.jpg\" alt=\"Concrete sand makes a great base material\" width=\"300\" height=\"257\" \/><\/a><\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"\/product\/concrete-sand-bedding-sand\" data-cke-saved-href=\"\/product\/concrete-sand-bedding-sand\">Concrete sand<\/a>, typically composed of limestone, granite or trap rock, can be used as a base layer and leveling medium for projects using concrete paving stones. The coarse grain of concrete sand allows it to drain without clumping, and levels very easily.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><strong>High Performance Bedding<\/strong><\/h2>\n<table class=\" tablepress\" style=\"height: 273px;\" width=\"631\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-401\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/high-performance-bedding-300x257.jpg\" alt=\"High-performance bedding is a versatile base material\" width=\"300\" height=\"257\" \/><\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-scaytid=\"1\" data-scayt_word=\"HPB\">HPB\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: 1.5;\">(<\/span><a style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: 1.5;\" href=\"\/product\/high-performance-bedding\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-cke-saved-href=\"\/product\/high-performance-bedding\">High Performance Bedding<\/a><span style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: 1.5;\">) is the name given to a material which is pea-sized, angular washed limestone. It provides excellent drainage and requires less effort to compact. It is one of the more <\/span><span style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: 1.5;\" data-scaytid=\"2\" data-scayt_word=\"favoured\">favoured<\/span><span style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: 1.5;\"> bedding choices because it packs well and holds up fantastically.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>You can also use&#8230;<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"\/product\/granular-gravel\/\">Granular A<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/product\/stonedust\/\">Stonedust<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Why it&#8217;s important to use the proper base materials<\/h2>\n<p>A properly prepared, well-compacted base to your <a href=\"\/landscaping-supplies\/patio-stones\">patio stones<\/a> or driveway will save you money in the long run, via lower maintenance and repair costs.<\/p>\n<p>When you take the time to create a solid base, you\u2019ll have a smooth paved surface that will withstand years of use and resist cracking due to freezing and\/or thawing.<\/p>\n<p>An added bonus is the beauty and character you\u2019ll bring to your home.<\/p>\n<h2>Come into Grand River Natural Stone<\/h2>\n<p>Grand River Natural Stone is here to help with your interlocking stone needs.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandriverstone.com\/contact-us\/kitchener\/\">If you&#8217;re in Kitchener, contact us here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandriverstone.com\/contact-us\/stoney-creek\/\">In Stoney Creek, contact us here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandriverstone.com\/contact-us\/london\/\">Click here for our London location<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandriverstone.com\/contact-us\/fergus\/\">For Fergus, click here to contact us<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Our team is eager to help you choose the best base material for your project.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/contact-us\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-2490\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Grand-River-Request-a-Quote.png\" alt=\"Request a Quote\" width=\"754\" height=\"184\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Before you lay down interlocking stones, you need a solid base If your long weekend landscape\u00a0upgrade plans include laying a new driveway or installing new patio stones, it\u2019s important to remember that, like most renovation jobs, preparation is everything. 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