What is CA7 aggregate?

CA7, otherwise known as ¾” limestone, or sometimes as 1” limestone, and commonly referred to as “bedding stone”, is an angular white/gray stone that self-compacts, making it ideal for use in backfill as well as pipe bedding, subbase and drainage situations.

What is CA7 rock?

3/4″ CA 7 Limestone Landscaping Rocks quantity. A great addition to your landscape projects. This limestone gravel is durable, looks fantastic, and is easy to spread. It can protect your soil from temperature extremes, reduce the growth of weeds, and help protect drainage areas from erosion.

What size rock is CA7?

For example, a CA11 or CA7 (generally ¾”) gradation may include individual stone sizes of 1” down to ½”.

Is CA6 the same as Grade 8?

Grade 8 recycled is produced to the same gradation standard as our CA6 product and has the same material properties. However, it is not submitted for DOT certification. Like CA6, this material is also 15% lighter than virgin material.

How much does a cubic yard of ca7 weigh?

One cubic yard of gravel can weigh between 2,400 to 2,900 lbs.

What is the best gravel for compaction?

Crushed stone: The term “crushed stone” usually refers to stone that has a mixture of stone dust in it. This type of stone is best used for a base when heavy compaction is needed.

What is CA5 stone?

CA5, #2 Limestone 1 1/2 inch limestone is commonly used in the following applications: Railroad sub ballast. Driveway stone / parking pad stone – particularly where industrial or heavy equipment is used, such as a construction entrance. Base stone for septic lines.

What is the difference between #57 stone and #67 stone?

#57 – This category refers to a stone that is about 3/4 inch long. Most typically use it for concrete mix, landscaping, and drainage. #67 – Crushed stone #67 includes stone that is 3/4 inch or smaller in size. #67 is a great material for road and slab base as well as fill.

Which gravel is best for driveways?

These are the best options for driveway surfaces gravel, because they are small stones combined with rock dust, which makes a more solid driving surface.

  • Crushed Stone #411. It is crushed up #57 stone combined with rock dust.
  • Quarry Process.
  • Pea Gravel.
  • Jersey Shore Gravel.
  • Marble Chips.
  • Blackstar or Blacktrap Rock.

Will a yard of gravel fit in a pickup?

A regular size pick-up will hold three cubic yards of mulch (a full load). Two cubic yards is about body level full. When picking up soils, sands and gravels, one cubic yard is all that is recommended on a pick-up truck.

How do you compact gravel without a compactor?

A lawn roller or hand tamper can be used to compact the moist soil, or you can walk over it.