{"title":"Driveway Gravel – North End, Boston, Massachusetts","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOttr Supply delivers high-quality driveway gravel to the historic North End of Boston, MA. Our gravel blends, including dense pack and crushed stone, are perfect for compact urban spaces and provide excellent durability and drainage. Whether you're resurfacing a small lot or creating a new drive, we offer fast, reliable delivery throughout the North End and surrounding Boston neighborhoods.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"white-marble-0-75","title":"White Marble ¾\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Marble ¾\" — Bright White Stone for Modern, High-Contrast Landscapes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite Marble ¾\" is the brightest decorative stone we carry — crushed marble with a luminous, almost-glowing white tone that pops against dark mulch, deep-green plantings, and modern hardscape. It's the stone designers spec when the landscape needs serious contrast, and the homeowner pick for beds that should look magazine-finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrushed white marble — calcium carbonate stone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e¾\" nominal — angular, crushed faces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~80 sq ft at 4\" depth, ~100 sq ft at 3\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,700 lbs\/yd³ (~1.35 tons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite stone, white gravel, marble chips, decorative white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-contrast decorative beds against dark mulch or pavers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModern, minimalist landscape designs and architectural plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalkway accents and decorative drip edges around contemporary homes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMemorial gardens, religious statuary surrounds, and reflection-pool aprons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 100 sq ft accent bed at 3\" depth needs about 0.93 cubic yards. For a 50' decorative drip edge 18\" wide at 3\", plan on about 0.7 yards. White marble shows soil contamination quickly when laid thin — always go 3–4 inches for the install to read clean and stay looking that way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow White Marble ¾\" compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Mixed-Color Granite ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Mixed-Color has multi-tone depth; White Marble is a single bright tone for maximum contrast. Different visual goals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Gray Granite ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Gray is utility\/driveway. White Marble is decorative-only — it would scratch and discolor under tire traffic. Don't mix uses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. River-tumbled Riverbed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Riverbed is smooth and natural-looking. White Marble is angular and high-impact bright — modern vs. naturalized.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Concrete\/Stone Walls:\u003c\/strong\u003e White Marble looks especially crisp against blue-gray hardscape and dark mulches; pair with high-contrast surroundings for best effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill White Marble stay white?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenerally yes — marble is a relatively stable stone. However, it can show dirt, leaves, and organic matter more visibly than darker stones. A spring rake-out or hose-down keeps it looking crisp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs White Marble OK for driveways?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — it's decorative-only. Tire pressure crushes the angular faces faster than harder stones (granite, trap rock), and any oil\/leak from a vehicle will discolor it quickly. Use granite for driveways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes White Marble change the soil pH?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSlightly, over time. Marble is calcium carbonate (similar to limestone), so it can gradually raise soil pH in beds where it sits on top. Most ornamental plantings tolerate this fine, but acid-loving plants (blueberries, azaleas, rhododendrons) prefer different ground cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow deep should I lay White Marble?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3–4 inches minimum. White marble shows soil contamination through thin layers; deeper installs stay looking clean longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,700 lbs per cubic yard, or roughly 1.35 tons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver white marble across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/black-mulch\"\u003eblack mulch\u003c\/a\u003e in surrounding beds for the maximum-contrast look, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/mixed-color-granite-0-75\"\u003emixed-color granite ¾\"\u003c\/a\u003e when a multi-tone alternative fits the design better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the bright white marble that turns landscape beds into a visual statement.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Will White Marble stay white?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Generally yes — marble is a relatively stable stone. 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Hardscape installers sweep it into paver joints. Trail builders compact it as a finished walking surface. Horse owners spread it as low-cost arena footing. It's the unsung hero of any project where stone needs to lock together and stay put.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue-gray granite screenings, native to the Boston area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuarter-minus (passes ⅜\", high-fines, angular)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~150 sq ft at 2\" depth (compacted)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,700 lbs\/yd³ (~1.35 tons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#10 screenings, stone dust, blue stone dust, quarter-minus, blue-gray pack, granite fines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaver joint sweep-in for natural stone and concrete pavers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompactable walkway surfaces on garden paths and trails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorse paddock and riding arena footing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop-finish over base layers on patio and walkway installs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a 4' × 25' garden path at 2\" compacted depth, plan on about 0.6 cubic yards. A 200 sq ft paver patio with stone-dust joint sweep-in needs roughly 0.2 yards — just enough to fill the joints and clean up the surface. Always compact in 1\" lifts when building a structural walking surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Blue-Gray Granite Dust compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. #10 Stone Dust (standard granite):\u003c\/strong\u003e Same gradation, different color profile. Blue-gray has a steel undertone that reads cool; the standard #10 is the neutral gray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Mason Sand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mason sand is rounder and softer (used for mortar). Blue-gray granite dust is angular and locks under compaction — better for walkway setting beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Dense Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense Pack has a ¾\" top stone plus fines. Blue-Gray Granite Dust is just the fines. Use dust to top a dense-pack base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Concrete Sand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Concrete sand drains better and is the ICPI-spec'd paver bedding sand. Stone dust is the traditional joint-sweep material — different layer, different job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Blue-Gray Granite Dust used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWalkway setting beds, paver joint fill, top dressing on driveways, arena footing, and footing for stepping stones and flagstone. It compacts to a near-solid layer that locks the surface above it in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Blue-Gray Granite Dust the same as #10 screenings?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSame spec class (AASHTO M43 \/ ASTM D448 No. 10) — just the blue-gray color profile of the granite. Gradationally identical to standard #10 stone dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Blue-Gray Granite Dust drain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot well. The fines pack tight, so water sheds across the surface rather than percolating through. That's a feature for walkways (no settling) but a bug if drainage is needed — for drainage, use a clean stone instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use Blue-Gray Granite Dust under pavers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor dry-laid stepping stones and flagstone, yes — it is the traditional setting bed. For interlocking concrete pavers, contemporary ICPI guidance prefers concrete sand for bedding; stone dust is still used for joint sweep-in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard of stone dust weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,700 lbs per cubic yard, or roughly 1.35 tons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver stone dust in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/dense-pack-075-to-minus\"\u003edense pack ¾\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e for the compacted base layer underneath, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/blue-gray-granite-0-5\"\u003eblue-gray granite ½\"\u003c\/a\u003e for the decorative layer alongside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the compactable blue-gray fines that finish hardscape projects clean.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is Blue-Gray Granite Dust used for?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Walkway setting beds, paver joint fill, top dressing on driveways, arena footing, and footing for stepping stones and flagstone. 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Same earthy tone that pairs well with mulch, just refined in scale for projects where smaller stone reads better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally tumbled brown river stone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e⅜\" nominal — smooth, rounded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~100 sq ft at 3\" depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,500–2,700 lbs\/yd³\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall brown river rock, tan pebble, decomposed pea gravel (regional), container drainage stone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarden walkways and stepping-stone path fill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer drainage in pots, planters, and trough containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative borders along garden beds and walkway edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrip edges in warm-toned landscapes that don't suit blue-gray stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 3' × 25' garden path at 3\" depth needs about 0.7 cubic yards. For a decorative border 6\" wide × 100' long × 3\" deep, plan on about 0.5 yards. Container drainage typically asks for 1–2 inches in the bottom of large pots — a 24\" decorative pot needs less than a five-gallon bucket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Brown Riverbed ⅜\" compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Brown Riverbed ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e ¾\" covers more visual ground with bigger stones. ⅜\" walks softer underfoot and fits container drainage better.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Riverbed ⅜\" (mixed-color):\u003c\/strong\u003e Mixed Riverbed has tan, gray, and earth tones. Brown Riverbed is the consistent warm-brown only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Pea Gravel:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Pea gravel\" is sometimes used loosely for any small rounded stone. ⅜\" Brown Riverbed is the brown-toned version of that look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Pine Bark Mulch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Same warm palette but stone holds shape year after year; mulch breaks down annually.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Brown Riverbed ⅜\" used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGarden walkways, container drainage in pots and planters, decorative borders, and drip edges in warm-toned landscapes. The smaller size walks well underfoot and finishes detail work tidily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use Brown Riverbed in fish ponds or aquariums?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenerally yes — it's natural river stone (not crushed or treated), so it doesn't affect water chemistry the way limestone or marble would. Rinse before use to remove dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Brown Riverbed barefoot-friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Smooth tumbled edges make it the most foot-friendly small stone we carry. Better than any crushed gravel for paths where people walk barefoot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow deep should I lay it in containers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1–2 inches in the bottom of large planters. Goes under soil; provides drainage so roots don't sit in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,500–2,700 lbs per cubic yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver ⅜\" brown riverbed across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/brown-riverbed-0-75\"\u003ebrown riverbed ¾\"\u003c\/a\u003e for chunkier coverage on the same project, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/pine-bark-mulch\"\u003epine bark mulch\u003c\/a\u003e for warm-tone bed coverage alongside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the small-format warm stone that finishes garden paths just right.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is Brown Riverbed 3\/8 inch used for?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Garden walkways, container drainage in pots and planters, decorative borders, and drip edges in warm-toned landscapes.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I use Brown Riverbed in fish ponds or aquariums?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Generally yes — it is natural river stone, so it does not affect water chemistry the way limestone or marble would. 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Same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Ottr Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46162967986404,"sku":"4040","price":92.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/Brown-Stone-Rock-0.375-Inch.png?v=1742512194"},{"product_id":"brown-riverbed-0-75","title":"Brown Riverbed ¾\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrown Riverbed ¾\" — Warm Earthy Stone That Plays Well with Mulch \u0026amp; Beds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNaturally tumbled brown river stone — smooth, rounded edges (not crushed).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrown Riverbed ¾\" is the warm-toned alternative when blue-gray feels too cool for the project. The earthy brown reads natural next to mulch beds, blends with shrub plantings instead of contrasting against them, and gives walkways and decorative areas a softer, woodsy feel. It's a favorite for rustic-style landscapes and homeowners who want stone that looks at home in a garden setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally tumbled brown river stone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e¾\" nominal — smooth, rounded edges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~80 sq ft at 4\" depth, ~100 sq ft at 3\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,500–2,700 lbs\/yd³\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrown river rock, tan river stone, brown gravel, woodland stone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarden paths winding through mulched beds and shrub plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative ground cover in naturalized landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePathways around log cabins, woodland properties, and rustic homes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm-toned drip edges and patio borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 4' × 40' winding garden path at 3\" depth needs about 1.5 cubic yards. For a 250 sq ft decorative bed at 3\", plan on about 2.3 yards. The warm brown looks best at the deeper end of the range — 3–4 inches gives the best visual depth and weed suppression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Brown Riverbed ¾\" compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Brown Riverbed ⅜\":\u003c\/strong\u003e ⅜\" walks more comfortably underfoot. ¾\" reads bolder and covers more visual ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Gray Granite ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Gray is angular crushed stone for driveways. Brown Riverbed is smooth tumbled stone for decorative beds. Completely different visual moods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Riverbed ¾\" (mixed-color):\u003c\/strong\u003e Mixed Riverbed has tan, gray, and earth tones blended. Brown Riverbed is the consistent warm-brown tone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Hemlock or Pine Bark Mulch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown stone holds shape and color year after year; mulch breaks down annually. Stone is the long-term, lower-maintenance choice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Brown Riverbed ¾\" used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGarden paths through mulched beds, decorative ground cover in naturalized landscapes, walkways around rustic homes, and warm-toned drip edges. It's the pick when blue-gray or stark white stone feels too cold for the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the brown color fade in the sun?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Brown Riverbed is naturally tumbled river stone — the color is the rock itself, not a coating or dye. Weather doesn't change it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Brown Riverbed comfortable to walk on barefoot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Smooth tumbled edges mean it's much friendlier on bare feet and pet paws than angular crushed gravel. The ¾\" size is firm but not sharp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Brown Riverbed pair with mulch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeautifully — the warm brown tones echo hemlock, pine bark, and cedar mulches. Stone for paths and edges, mulch for beds = a coherent earthy palette across the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,500–2,700 lbs per cubic yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver brown riverbed across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/hemlock-mulch\"\u003ehemlock mulch\u003c\/a\u003e for surrounding bed coverage in the same warm tone family, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/brown-riverbed-0-375\"\u003ebrown riverbed ⅜\"\u003c\/a\u003e for finer-detail walkway sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the warm-toned stone that lives easy alongside garden beds.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is Brown Riverbed 3\/4 inch used for?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Garden paths through mulched beds, decorative ground cover in naturalized landscapes, walkways around rustic homes, and warm-toned drip edges.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Will the brown color fade in the sun?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"No. Brown Riverbed is naturally tumbled river stone — the color is the rock itself, not a coating or dye. 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Classic gray-on-gray tone, angular crushed faces that lock together under tires instead of rolling out from under them, and the right size to drain well without being a pebbly mess underfoot. It's been the default driveway material here for generations — and for the same reason, it's still the right call today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrushed granite, native to the Boston area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e¾\" nominal — angular, crushed faces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~80 sq ft at 4\" depth (driveway top coat)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,500–2,700 lbs\/yd³ (~1.25–1.35 tons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#57 stone, crushed gray rock, ¾\" gravel, driveway gravel, gray crushed rock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResidential driveway top coats and re-bases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatio and walkway base layers under pavers and flagstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrainage trenches around foundations and along yard edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParking pads, equipment storage areas, and yard utility surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA typical 600 sq ft residential driveway at a 3\" top-coat depth needs about 5.5 cubic yards. For a longer 100' country driveway 12' wide at 3\", plan on about 11 yards. A 200 sq ft paver patio with 4\" of ¾\" base stone needs about 2.5 yards (with dense pack typically below).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Gray Granite ¾\" compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Gray Granite ⅜\":\u003c\/strong\u003e ⅜\" is the smaller, foot-friendlier version — better for garden walkways and decorative borders. ¾\" is the chunkier driveway\/base size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Gray Granite 1.5\":\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5\" is for heavy drainage trenches and deep backfill. ¾\" is the residential driveway standard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Dense Pack ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense Pack has fines mixed in for compaction. ¾\" gray granite is clean for drainage and finish. Pick by whether you need a compacted base or a drainable top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Blue-Gray Granite ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Same size, different color profile. Blue-gray has a steel undertone; gray is the classic neutral tone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much gray gravel do I need for my driveway?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor a 2-car residential driveway (~600 sq ft) at a 3\" top coat, plan on about 5.5 cubic yards. A longer country driveway (12' × 100' at 3\") runs about 11 yards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Gray Granite ¾\" the same as #57 stone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — gradationally, our ¾\" gray crushed granite meets ASTM C33 \/ AASHTO M43 No. 57. Contractors call it #57 stone; homeowners call it gray gravel or crushed rock. Same material under both names.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this hold up to snow plowing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Angular crushed granite is the right gravel for plowed driveways — the angular faces lock together so gravel doesn't migrate when a plow passes. Round pea gravel or river rock would scatter; ¾\" gray granite stays in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use Gray Granite ¾\" under pavers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes as a drainage layer, but for the structural base under pavers you want \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/dense-pack-075-to-minus\"\u003eDense Pack ¾\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/610-stone\"\u003e#610 Stone\u003c\/a\u003e — those have fines mixed in to compact tight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Gray Granite ¾\" compare to crushed concrete?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrushed concrete is the recycled, budget-friendly alternative for base material. Gray granite is the virgin-aggregate finish material — more uniform appearance, more durable through freeze-thaw, more refined look for a visible driveway top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver to my town?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties. No minimum order; flat-rate delivery shown in the price breakdown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We run gray granite daily across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/dense-pack-075-to-minus\"\u003edense pack ¾\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e for the compacted base under driveways and patios, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/gray-granite-0-375\"\u003egray granite ⅜\"\u003c\/a\u003e for the finer walkway version of the same look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the classic gray driveway gravel that does the job right.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much gray gravel do I need for my driveway?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"For a 2-car residential driveway of about 600 sq ft at a 3 inch top coat, plan on about 5.5 cubic yards. 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The larger void space between stones means water flows through fast — critical for French drains, septic system bedding, and any application where the job is to get water out and away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrushed granite, native to the Boston area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5\" nominal — angular, crushed, clean of fines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~27 cubic feet of trench per yard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,500 lbs\/yd³ (~1.25 tons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#4 stone, ballast stone, 1.5\" crushed gray, large drainage rock, septic stone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep French drains and footing drains around foundations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeptic system pipe bedding and trenching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorm drain systems and dry-well construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetaining wall backfill behind block and stone walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 100' French drain trench (12\" wide × 24\" deep) needs about 7.4 cubic yards. Backfilling a 50' segmental retaining wall (12\" deep gravel zone behind the block) takes roughly 3.7 yards. Septic pipe bedding sizes are dictated by the engineered design — your installer will give you the exact volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Gray Granite 1.5\" compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Gray Granite ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5\" is the deeper-drainage size with bigger voids and faster water flow. ¾\" is the driveway standard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Rip Rap 6\"–12\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Rip rap is much larger — used for erosion control along shorelines, ditches, and high-energy stream banks. 1.5\" sits below rip rap in scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Crushed Concrete 1\" to minus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crushed concrete is dense-graded with fines for compaction. 1.5\" gray granite is clean for drainage. Different jobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Blue-Gray Granite ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Different color and smaller size; ¾\" is finish gravel, 1.5\" is drainage rock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Gray Granite 1.5\" used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeavy drainage, foundation backfill, large culvert bedding, septic system stone, and the transition layer between rip rap and finer drainage rock. It is reserved for deeper, higher-flow applications than the ¾\" residential standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Gray Granite 1.5\" the same as #4 stone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — gradationally, 1.5\" gray crushed granite meets AASHTO M43 \/ ASTM D448 No. 4. The residential descriptor and the contractor spec name point to the same material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this stone clog up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Because it's clean of fines, the void space between the stones stays open and water flows freely. Wrap the trench in non-woven filter fabric to keep silt and fines from migrating in from the surrounding soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow deep should a French drain be?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor typical residential downspout dispersal, 18–24\" deep × 12\" wide works. For foundation drains around a full basement, follow the engineer's spec — usually 24\"+ deep wrapped in filter fabric at the footing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard of 1.5\" gray granite weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,500 lbs per cubic yard, or roughly 1.25 tons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver drainage stone in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We run drainage stone routes across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/gray-granite-0-75\"\u003egray granite ¾\"\u003c\/a\u003e for the upper drainage layer or driveway top coat above, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/septic-sand\"\u003eseptic sand\u003c\/a\u003e for Title 5 leach field installations alongside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the heavy-duty drainage stone for jobs that need real flow capacity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is Gray Granite 1.5 inch used for?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Heavy drainage, foundation backfill, large culvert bedding, septic system stone, and the transition layer between rip rap and finer drainage rock.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Gray Granite 1.5 inch the same as #4 stone?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. 1.5 inch gray crushed granite meets AASHTO M43 \/ ASTM D448 No. 4 specifications.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Will this stone clog up?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"No. Because it is clean of fines, the void space between stones stays open and water flows freely. 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The granite mineral content makes it harder and more weather-resistant than typical decorative stone, so it holds its color and crisp edges for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-tone crushed granite (pink, gray, white, black)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e¾\" nominal — angular, crushed faces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~80 sq ft at 4\" depth, ~100 sq ft at 3\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,700–2,800 lbs\/yd³\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-color granite, pink granite, decorative granite, salt and pepper granite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpscale decorative ground cover in beds and borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStatement walkways and feature paths in modern landscape designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative fill around boulders and statement plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrip edges and patio borders where premium look is the goal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 200 sq ft decorative bed at 3\" depth needs about 1.85 cubic yards. For a statement walkway 4' × 30' at 3\", plan on about 1.1 yards. Granite at 3\" looks rich and intentional; under 2\" the soil shows through and the visual impact disappears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Mixed-Color Granite compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. White Marble ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e White Marble is a single bright tone for maximum contrast. Mixed-Color Granite has depth and movement from the multi-tone flecks. Different visual moods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Gray Granite ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Gray is the neutral utility option for driveways. Mixed-Color is the premium decorative pick — more expensive, more visually rich.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Brown Riverbed ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown Riverbed is smooth, warm, naturalized. Mixed-Color Granite is crushed, multi-tone, modern. Different design directions entirely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Blue-Gray Granite ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue-Gray is cool single-tone. Mixed-Color brings warmth and visual complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat gives Mixed-Color Granite its color?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's the natural mineral composition of granite — feldspar (pink and white), quartz (clear\/white), mica and biotite (black). Each stone carries a different ratio, which is why the bed has visual depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Mixed-Color Granite fade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Granite is among the most weather-resistant landscape stones — the colors are mineral, not surface treatments, so they don't bleach or fade through freeze-thaw cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow deep should I lay Mixed-Color Granite?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3–4 inches minimum. Premium decorative stone shows its visual richness at depth; laid thin (under 2\"), the soil shows through and the multi-tone effect is lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Mixed-Color Granite good for walkways?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExcellent for statement walkways and decorative paths. Angular faces lock together underfoot. Goes especially well in modern landscape designs that pair multi-tone stone with monochromatic plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,700–2,800 lbs per cubic yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver granite across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/white-marble-0-75\"\u003ewhite marble ¾\"\u003c\/a\u003e for a brighter, single-tone alternative on the same project, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/black-mulch\"\u003eblack mulch\u003c\/a\u003e in surrounding beds for high-contrast pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the multi-tone granite that gives decorative landscapes a custom-designed feel.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What gives Mixed-Color Granite its color?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The natural mineral composition of granite — feldspar (pink and white), quartz (clear or white), mica and biotite (black). 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Big enough to take vehicle weight without crushing, small enough to spread evenly with a rake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue-gray crushed granite, native to the Boston area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e¾\" nominal — angular, crushed faces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~80 sq ft at 4\" depth (driveway top coat)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,500–2,700 lbs\/yd³ (~1.25–1.35 tons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue stone ¾\", ¾\" crushed blue, driveway gravel, blue gravel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResidential and commercial driveway top coats and re-bases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatio and walkway base layers under pavers and flagstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrench drains, foundation drainage, and downspout dispersal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative ground cover in beds with chunkier visual texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a 600 sq ft driveway top-coat at 3\" depth, plan on about 5.5 cubic yards. A 50' French drain trench (12\" wide × 18\" deep) needs about 2.8 yards. New patio base under 200 sq ft of pavers at 4\" of ¾\" stone runs about 2.5 yards (with dense pack typically below).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Blue-Gray Granite ¾\" compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Gray Granite ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Same size and crushed structure; blue-gray reads cooler with a steel undertone, gray is the classic neutral pick.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Blue-Gray Granite ½\":\u003c\/strong\u003e ½\" is the smaller walkway\/detail size. ¾\" is the driveway and base workhorse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Dense Pack ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense Pack has fines mixed in for compaction. ¾\" blue-gray is clean for drainage and finish. Common stack: Dense Pack base + ¾\" top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. PA Bluestone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Different products entirely. PA Bluestone is flat sedimentary flagstone for patio surfaces; this is crushed igneous granite for bulk material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Blue-Gray Granite ¾\" the same as bluestone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — bluestone is a flat flagstone from PA\/NY used for patio surfaces. Blue-Gray Granite is our native Boston-area crushed granite with a blue-gray color profile. Same name family, completely different products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Blue-Gray Granite ¾\" stay put in a driveway?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Angular crushed granite is the right pick for driveways — the angular faces lock together so the gravel doesn't migrate under tires or get scattered by a plow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Blue-Gray Granite ¾\" compare to Gray Granite ¾\"?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdentical size and crushed structure. Blue-gray has a cooler steel undertone; gray is the neutral classic. Color preference only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use Blue-Gray Granite ¾\" under pavers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes as the drainage layer, but for the structural base under pavers, use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/dense-pack-075-to-minus\"\u003eDense Pack ¾\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e — it has fines mixed in to compact tight. Common stack: Dense Pack below + Blue-Gray ¾\" on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard of Blue-Gray Granite ¾\" weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,500–2,700 lbs per cubic yard, or roughly 1.25–1.35 tons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver to my town?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We run blue-gray granite trucks across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/dense-pack-075-to-minus\"\u003edense pack ¾\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e for the compacted base underneath, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/blue-gray-granite-dust\"\u003eblue-gray granite dust\u003c\/a\u003e for the finish layer or paver joint sweep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the workhorse ¾\" stone for driveways, drainage, and patio bases.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Blue-Gray Granite 3\/4 inch the same as bluestone?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"No. Bluestone is a flat flagstone from PA or NY used for patio surfaces. 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It's the right call when ¾\" feels too chunky but you still want that signature blue-gray look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue-gray crushed granite, native to the Boston area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e⅜\" nominal — angular, crushed faces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~100 sq ft at 3\" depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,500–2,700 lbs\/yd³\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue stone ⅜\", ⅜\" crushed blue, small blue gravel, blue chip stone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarden walkways and stepping-path fill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrip edges around foundations and patios where finer stone reads better\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine drainage layers in shallow trenches and downspout dispersal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePot drainage, terrarium bottoms, and decorative top dressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 4' × 20' garden walkway at 3\" depth takes about 0.74 cubic yards. For a 100 sq ft drip edge along a foundation at 3\", plan on about 1 yard. Detail work like decorative top-dressing in beds runs at about 1\" depth, so a 200 sq ft bed top-up needs only about 0.62 yards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Blue-Gray Granite ⅜\" compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Blue-Gray Granite ½\":\u003c\/strong\u003e ½\" is slightly chunkier — better when you want more visual texture. ⅜\" walks more comfortably and finishes drip edges cleaner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Blue-Gray Granite Dust:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dust is the fines (¼\"-minus). ⅜\" is clean stone with no fines. Use dust for compaction, ⅜\" for decorative texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Gray Granite ⅜\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Same size; blue-gray reads cooler, gray is the neutral classic. Color preference only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Riverbed ⅜\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Riverbed is smooth and rounded (naturally tumbled). Blue-Gray Granite ⅜\" is angular and crushed — locks under foot traffic, looks more architectural.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Blue-Gray Granite ⅜\" the same as bluestone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — bluestone is a flat flagstone from PA or NY used for patio slabs. Blue-Gray Granite is our native Boston-area crushed granite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Blue-Gray Granite ⅜\" used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGarden walkways, drip edges, fine drainage layers, pot drainage, and decorative top-dressing. The small-format pick when you want the blue-gray look on a refined scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill ⅜\" Blue-Gray Granite fill paver joints?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor permeable interlocking paver joints, yes — gradationally similar to the spec'd \"#89 joint stone.\" For traditional pavers, use polymeric sand instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use ⅜\" Blue-Gray Granite in pots for drainage?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — it's an excellent pot drainage layer. 1–2\" in the bottom of large planters keeps roots from sitting in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,500–2,700 lbs per cubic yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver ⅜\" blue-gray granite across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/blue-gray-granite-0-5\"\u003eblue-gray granite ½\"\u003c\/a\u003e for slightly chunkier coverage on the same project, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/blue-gray-granite-dust\"\u003eblue-gray granite dust\u003c\/a\u003e for the compactable surface or joint-sweep layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the small-format blue-gray stone for walkways and finish detail.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Blue-Gray Granite 3\/8 inch the same as bluestone?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"No. Bluestone is a flat flagstone from PA or NY used for patio slabs. 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The signature blue-gray weathers with attitude and pairs well with both modern hardscape and traditional New England stone walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue-gray crushed granite, native to the Boston area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e½\" nominal — angular, crushed faces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~80 sq ft at 4\" depth, ~100 sq ft at 3\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,500–2,700 lbs\/yd³\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue stone ½\", ½\" crushed blue, walkway gravel, blue-gray crushed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarden walkways and stepping-stone bed fill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrip edges around houses and patios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative ground cover in beds and borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottom layer in rain gardens and dry creek finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a 3' × 30' garden walkway at 3\" depth, plan on about 0.85 cubic yards. A 200 sq ft drip edge around a foundation at 3\" runs about 1.85 yards. For decorative bed cover, 3\" is the sweet spot — deep enough to suppress weeds, shallow enough to look planned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Blue-Gray Granite ½\" compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Blue-Gray Granite ⅜\":\u003c\/strong\u003e ⅜\" is finer — better for tight detail work, pot drainage, and joint fill. ½\" is more substantial underfoot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Blue-Gray Granite ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e ¾\" is the driveway-and-base workhorse. ½\" is the in-between size for walkways and decorative work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Gray Granite ½\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Same size and crushed structure; blue-gray has a cooler steel undertone, gray reads more neutral. Pure color preference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Pennsylvania Bluestone (the flagstone):\u003c\/strong\u003e Common confusion — PA\/NY bluestone is a flat sedimentary stone used for patios. Our Blue-Gray Granite is a crushed igneous granite used as bulk material. Completely different products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Blue-Gray Granite the same as bluestone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — and this is the most common mix-up. \"Bluestone\" usually refers to Pennsylvania or New York flagstone slabs used for patio surfaces. Our Blue-Gray Granite is native Boston-area crushed granite with a blue-gray color profile. Different rock, different application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Blue-Gray Granite ½\" used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGarden walkways, drip edges around foundations and patios, decorative ground cover in beds, and the bottom layer of rain garden finishes. It is the mid-size pick when ¾\" feels too chunky and ⅜\" feels too fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the blue-gray color fade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe granite holds its color through freeze-thaw cycles and rain. If anything, blue-gray weathers slightly darker over time as the surfaces oxidize — but the cool-toned undertone stays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I walk on it barefoot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e½\" is more comfortable than ¾\" but it's still crushed angular stone. For barefoot paths, smooth \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/riverbed-0-375\"\u003eRiverbed ⅜\"\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/riverbed-0-75\"\u003eRiverbed ¾\"\u003c\/a\u003e is the better pick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard of Blue-Gray Granite ½\" weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,500–2,700 lbs per cubic yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver blue-gray granite across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/blue-gray-granite-0-375\"\u003eblue-gray granite ⅜\"\u003c\/a\u003e for finer walkways and tighter drainage details, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/blue-gray-granite-0-75\"\u003eblue-gray granite ¾\"\u003c\/a\u003e when a chunkier look is the goal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the right-sized blue-gray granite for walkways, drip edges, and decorative beds.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Blue-Gray Granite the same as bluestone?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"No. Bluestone usually refers to Pennsylvania or New York flagstone slabs used for patio surfaces. Our Blue-Gray Granite is native Boston-area crushed granite. Different rock, different application.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is Blue-Gray Granite 1\/2 inch used for?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Garden walkways, drip edges around foundations and patios, decorative ground cover in beds, and the bottom layer of rain garden finishes.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Will the blue-gray color fade?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The granite holds its color through freeze-thaw cycles and rain. Blue-gray weathers slightly darker over time but the cool-toned undertone stays.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I walk on it barefoot?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"More comfortable than 3\/4 inch but still crushed angular stone. 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These are the stones that look like the river rolled them there — placed at scale, they read instantly as natural water-feature accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge naturally tumbled river stone, mixed earth tones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\"–3\" — anchor format, hand-graded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~50 sq ft at 6\" depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,800–3,000 lbs\/yd³ (~1.4–1.5 tons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge river rock, anchor stone, boulder stone, creek bed boulder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry creek bed anchor stones and primary structural layer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePond aprons, water feature surrounds, and stream simulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRock garden statement stones and xeriscape feature anchors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStepping stones across decorative dry-stream landscape features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 5' × 30' dry creek bed at 6\" depth using creek stone as the anchor layer needs about 2.8 cubic yards. For a pond apron 36\" wide × 50' long at 6\" depth, plan on about 2.8 yards. The bigger the stone, the deeper the install needs to be — anything shallower than 5\" makes the stone look stranded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Creek Stone 2\"–3\" compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Riverbed 1.5\":\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5\" is the bold mid-format anchor. Creek Stone is the boldest anchor used at feature points in a creek bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Riverbed ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e ¾\" is the main fill between Creek Stone anchors. Use both in a layered creek bed install.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Rip Rap 6\"–12\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Rip Rap is functional erosion armor for shorelines and ditches. Creek Stone is decorative anchor stone with a smooth-tumbled finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Boulders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boulders are even larger (12\"+) and placed individually as focal points. Creek Stone fills the space between boulders or stands as the \"boulder\" itself in smaller installs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Creek Stone 2\"–3\" used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnchor stones in dry creek beds, the leading edge of pond aprons, focal points in rock gardens, and stepping stones across naturalized dry-stream features. The boldest decorative stone short of true boulders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use Creek Stone as stepping stones?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, for casual decorative paths. Set the flattest faces up, level into the ground. Note that these are tumbled stones (no two alike), so foot placement will be more \"rustic\" than uniform-cut stepping pavers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow deep do anchor stones need to be set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor a dry creek bed, 4–6 inches of depth lets you partially bury larger Creek Stones at the base so they look anchored, not just sitting on top. Mound the depth at feature points and taper toward edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these heavy to move?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Each stone is 5–15 lbs individually. Bulk delivery is much easier than picking by hand — we drop a cubic yard wherever you can stage it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,800–3,000 lbs per cubic yard, or roughly 1.4–1.5 tons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver creek stone across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/riverbed-1-5\"\u003eriverbed 1.5\"\u003c\/a\u003e for the medium fill layer between the anchor stones, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/riverbed-0-75\"\u003eriverbed ¾\"\u003c\/a\u003e for the finer accent fill that makes the whole feature look natural.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the anchor stones that turn dry creek beds into landscape statements.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is Creek Stone 2-3 inch used for?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Anchor stones in dry creek beds, the leading edge of pond aprons, focal points in rock gardens, and stepping stones across naturalized dry-stream features.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I use Creek Stone as stepping stones?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes, for casual decorative paths. 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It is the muscle behind erosion-control projects, drainage swales that have to handle big flow, and the kind of major-grade civil and landscape work where smaller stone simply gets washed away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge angular crushed stone — interlocking placement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\"–12\" stones, hand-graded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~30 sq ft at 12\" depth (typical install)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,800–3,000 lbs\/yd³ (~1.4–1.5 tons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurge stone, armor stone, MassDOT M2.02.3 Class A2, Class B Rip Rap, shoreline rock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlope erosion control and steep-bank stabilization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrainage swales and culvert outlets that handle high flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePond and shoreline armoring against wave erosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty foundation drainage and dry well construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveway sub-base in soft, wet, or unstable soil where a heavy keyed-in foundation is required before crushed stone goes down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a 100' shoreline armoring run 4' wide at 12\" thick, plan on about 14.8 cubic yards. A drainage swale 50' long × 6' wide at 12\" needs about 11 yards. For driveway sub-base over soft ground, plan a 12\" lift across the failing area, then cap with 4–6\" of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/gray-granite-1-5\"\u003eGray Granite 1.5\"\u003c\/a\u003e. Always lay rip rap on filter fabric to prevent soil migration up through the stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Rip Rap compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Gray Granite 1.5\":\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5\" is the transition stone between Rip Rap and fine drainage. Rip Rap is the armor; 1.5\" sits on top as the secondary layer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Creek Stone 2\"–3\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Creek Stone is decorative tumbled river stone (smooth). Rip Rap is angular crushed stone for functional armor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Boulders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boulders are placed individually as focal points (12\"+ each). Rip Rap is bulk material spread across an area for armor coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. #4 Stone:\u003c\/strong\u003e #4 is 1.5\" clean drainage stone — the layer below Rip Rap when both are used together in heavy drainage installs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Rip Rap 6\"–12\" used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eErosion control on slopes, shorelines, and drainage outfalls. Heavy-duty drainage where smaller stone would wash away. Driveway sub-base over very soft or wet soils that need a heavy keyed-in foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need filter fabric under Rip Rap?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStrongly recommended. Non-woven geotextile fabric under Rip Rap prevents soil from migrating up between the stones (which compromises the install). Fabric doubles the lifespan of erosion-control work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat spec class is this Rip Rap?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur 6\"–12\" Rip Rap aligns with MassDOT M2.02.3 Class A2 Stone for Slope Protection \/ Class B Rip Rap in civil specs. Confirm with your engineer for permit-specified installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow thick does Rip Rap need to be?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e12\" minimum for proper erosion armor. Lighter applications fail under flow. For thicker shoreline applications, 18–24\" depending on wave energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,800–3,000 lbs per cubic yard, or roughly 1.4–1.5 tons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver Rip Rap 6\"–12\" across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/gray-granite-1-5\"\u003eGray Granite 1.5\"\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/dense-pack-075-to-minus\"\u003eDense Pack ¾\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e as the secondary drainage and base layer above the rip rap, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/coarse-sand\"\u003eCoarse Sand\u003c\/a\u003e for filter-bedding applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the heavy 6\"–12\" rip rap for erosion control, driveway sub-base, and drainage projects that demand serious stone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is Rip Rap 6-12 inch used for?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Erosion control on slopes, shorelines, and drainage outfalls. Heavy-duty drainage where smaller stone would wash away. Driveway sub-base over very soft or wet soils.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do I need filter fabric under Rip Rap?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Strongly recommended. Non-woven geotextile fabric under Rip Rap prevents soil from migrating up between the stones. Fabric doubles the lifespan of erosion-control work.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What spec class is this Rip Rap?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Our 6-12 inch Rip Rap aligns with MassDOT M2.02.3 Class A2 Stone for Slope Protection \/ Class B Rip Rap. Confirm with your engineer for permit-specified installations.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How thick does Rip Rap need to be?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"12 inches minimum for proper erosion armor. Lighter applications fail under flow. 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Same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Ottr Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46174462836964,"sku":"4090","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/Surge-Stone-Rocks.png?v=1743018455"},{"product_id":"riverbed-0-25","title":"Riverbed ¼\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRiverbed ¼\" — Smooth, River-Tumbled Stone for Decorative Detail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRiverbed ¼\" is naturally tumbled stone with the rounded edges and varied earth tones that crushed gravel just can't fake — stone that looks like it was lifted out of a New Hampshire stream bed. It's the small-format pick for top-dressing planters, finishing decorative beds, and adding texture where smooth-stone visual matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally tumbled river stone, mixed earth tones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e¼\" nominal — smooth, rounded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~100 sq ft at 3\" depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,800 lbs\/yd³ (~1.4 tons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePea gravel, fine river rock, planter top-dress stone, aquarium gravel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer top-dressing in pots, planters, and trough plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquarium and water feature decorative substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine-detail decorative bed top-dressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePet-friendly walkway surfaces (smooth on paws)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 100 sq ft decorative bed top-dressed at 2\" depth needs about 0.62 cubic yards. For container plantings, 1 yard tops 50–75 medium-sized pots at 1\" depth. A small water feature reservoir 30\" × 30\" × 6\" deep takes less than a wheelbarrow load (about 0.14 yards).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Riverbed ¼\" compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Riverbed ⅜\":\u003c\/strong\u003e ⅜\" is slightly chunkier — better for walkways. ¼\" is the planter top-dress and fine-detail size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Brown Riverbed ⅜\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown Riverbed is the consistent warm-brown tone. Mixed Riverbed ¼\" includes tan, gray, brown, and earth tones together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Pea Gravel (generic):\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Pea gravel\" varies by yard. Our ¼\" Riverbed is graded tumbled river stone with consistent shape and mixed natural colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Stone Dust:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stone dust is angular fines that compact tight. ¼\" Riverbed is smooth round stones that stay loose. Very different feels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Riverbed ¼\" the same as pea gravel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — \"pea gravel\" is the common name for any small smooth rounded stone in the ¼–½\" range. Our Riverbed ¼\" is exactly that, with the New England mixed-earth-tone palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use Riverbed ¼\" in an aquarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — it's natural tumbled stone (not treated or dyed). Rinse thoroughly before use to remove sediment. Safe for freshwater tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Riverbed ¼\" scatter underfoot on a walkway?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome, yes. Smooth round stones can roll under shoes more than angular crushed stone. Use edging or borders to contain it, or stick to walking-style \"pad\" applications where the stone is just for the look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow deep should I top-dress a container?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1\" is typical — covers the soil surface, keeps it from splashing during watering, and looks intentional. More than 2\" wastes stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,800 lbs per cubic yard, or roughly 1.4 tons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver riverbed across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/riverbed-0-375\"\u003eriverbed ⅜\"\u003c\/a\u003e for slightly chunkier coverage in the same family, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/horticultural-soil-mix\"\u003ehorticultural soil mix\u003c\/a\u003e for the planter substrate beneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the small-format smooth stone for decorative detail and container finish.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Riverbed 1\/4 inch the same as pea gravel?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. 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Tumbled rounded edges, mixed earth-tone palette — this is the stone homeowners pick when they want something that looks like nature put it there, not a quarry truck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally tumbled river stone, mixed earth tones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e⅜\" nominal — smooth, rounded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~100 sq ft at 3\" depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,800 lbs\/yd³\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePea gravel, river rock, walkway pebble, pet-friendly path stone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarden walkways and side paths in naturalized landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry creek bed accent fill alongside larger riverbed sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative ground cover in beds where smooth stone looks intentional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePet-friendly surfaces and barefoot-friendly garden zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 4' × 25' garden walkway at 3\" depth needs about 0.93 cubic yards. For a 200 sq ft decorative bed at 3\", plan on about 1.85 yards. Dry creek bed accent layer typically takes about 50% less material than full ground cover — so 200 sq ft of accent fill runs roughly 0.9 yards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Riverbed ⅜\" compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Riverbed ¼\":\u003c\/strong\u003e ¼\" is the smaller container top-dress size. ⅜\" is the walkway and decorative-cover sweet spot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Riverbed ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e ¾\" is bolder, used as the main fill in dry creek beds. ⅜\" is the finer accent layer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Gray Granite ⅜\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Gray Granite is angular crushed stone (locks underfoot). Riverbed ⅜\" is smooth tumbled (rolls slightly). Different feels and visual moods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Brown Riverbed ⅜\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown Riverbed is consistent warm-brown only. Riverbed ⅜\" has mixed earth tones (tan, gray, brown together).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Riverbed ⅜\" used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGarden walkways, dry creek bed accent layers, decorative ground cover in beds, and pet\/barefoot-friendly garden surfaces. It's the all-purpose smooth-stone size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the stones scatter under foot traffic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome movement is normal with rounded stone. Use edging or borders along walkways to contain it, and tamp lightly after spreading for a more settled look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Riverbed ⅜\" safe for dogs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — smooth tumbled stone is paw-friendly. Some dogs do chew on small stones, so monitor a new puppy around any ground cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Riverbed compare to crushed pea gravel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Crushed pea gravel\" is sometimes sold but technically a contradiction — true pea gravel is rounded river stone. Our Riverbed ⅜\" is the genuine smooth-tumbled article.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,800 lbs per cubic yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We run riverbed across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/riverbed-0-75\"\u003eriverbed ¾\"\u003c\/a\u003e for chunkier coverage on the same project, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/riverbed-0-25\"\u003eriverbed ¼\"\u003c\/a\u003e for fine-detail accent fill alongside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the smooth garden stone that looks like nature dropped it there.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is Riverbed 3\/8 inch used for?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Garden walkways, dry creek bed accent layers, decorative ground cover in beds, and pet and barefoot-friendly garden surfaces.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Will the stones scatter under foot traffic?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Some movement is normal with rounded stone. Use edging along walkways to contain it, and tamp lightly after spreading.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Riverbed 3\/8 inch safe for dogs?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes — smooth tumbled stone is paw-friendly. Some dogs do chew on small stones, so monitor a new puppy around any ground cover.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How does it compare to crushed pea gravel?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"True pea gravel is rounded river stone. Our Riverbed 3\/8 inch is the genuine smooth-tumbled article.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much does a cubic yard weigh?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"About 2,800 lbs per cubic yard.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do you deliver in the Boston area?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. Same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Ottr Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46174480007396,"sku":"4061","price":97.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/Riverbed-Rock-0.375.png?v=1743018883"},{"product_id":"riverbed-1-5","title":"Riverbed 1.5\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRiverbed 1.5\" — Bold Smooth Stone for Statement Landscape Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRiverbed 1.5\" is the bold-format smooth stone for landscapes that want to make a visual statement. Larger tumbled stones with that authentic streambed character — the kind that anchor dry creek beds, define water-feature aprons, and give modern xeriscapes the structural look that smaller stone sizes just don't deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally tumbled river stone, mixed earth tones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5\" nominal — smooth, larger format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~65 sq ft at 5\" depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,800 lbs\/yd³\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge river rock, anchor stone, dry creek anchor, statement river stone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold dry creek bed installations as the structural \"big stone\" layer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater feature aprons and pond surrounds where statement stone matters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModern xeriscape and low-water landscape statement features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRock garden anchor stones and feature accents around boulders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 4' × 30' dry creek bed using 1.5\" as the main structural layer needs about 1.85 cubic yards (5\" depth, looking layered and intentional). For a pond apron 24\" wide × 40' long, plan on about 1.5 yards. Always specify a deeper depth with larger stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Riverbed 1.5\" compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Riverbed ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e ¾\" is the medium fill; 1.5\" is the structural anchor stone above it. Use both for layered creek beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Creek Stone 2\"–3\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Creek Stone is even larger, used as the boldest anchors. 1.5\" sits between ¾\" fill and Creek Stone anchors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Gray Granite 1.5\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Gray Granite 1.5\" is angular crushed for drainage. Riverbed 1.5\" is smooth tumbled for decorative landscapes. Different jobs entirely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Rip Rap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rip Rap is 6\"–12\"+ for erosion control. Riverbed 1.5\" is statement landscape stone, not functional armor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Riverbed 1.5\" used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bold structural layer in dry creek beds, water-feature aprons, modern xeriscape statement areas, and rock garden anchor stones. Reserved for landscape features that need visual weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow deep should I lay 1.5\" Riverbed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4–6 inches minimum. Larger stones need depth to look layered and natural; thin layers expose the soil and break the streambed illusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill 1.5\" Riverbed roll under foot traffic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLess than smaller riverbed sizes because the stones are heavier. Still, it's a decorative stone, not a walking surface — use as anchors and accents, not as paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I sculpt a dry creek bed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSet 1.5\" Riverbed as the bottom layer with stones piled into shallow mounds at 4–6\" depth. Add Creek Stone 2\"–3\" as occasional anchor boulders. Fill between with Riverbed ⅜\" or ¾\" for variation. Edges look most natural when stones get smaller toward the borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,800 lbs per cubic yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver bold riverbed across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/riverbed-0-75\"\u003eriverbed ¾\"\u003c\/a\u003e for the medium fill layer between the larger stones, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/creek-stone-2-3\"\u003ecreek stone 2\"–3\"\u003c\/a\u003e when even bolder anchor stones are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the bold smooth stone for landscape features that command attention.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is Riverbed 1.5 inch used for?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The bold structural layer in dry creek beds, water-feature aprons, modern xeriscape statement areas, and rock garden anchor stones.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How deep should I lay it?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"4-6 inches minimum. 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Made from recycled and crushed concrete, it compacts harder than most natural stone (the residual cement particles re-bond when wet), goes down at a friendlier price per yard, and keeps demolition material out of landfills. Driveway re-bases, parking pad construction, and barn-pad work all live happily on crushed concrete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecycled, crushed concrete (RCA — Recycled Concrete Aggregate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\" to dust — dense graded for compaction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~80 sq ft at 4\" depth (compacted)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,400–2,700 lbs\/yd³\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRCA, recycled aggregate, recycled base, crushed concrete base, eco-base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveway re-bases and gravel-driveway top coats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParking pad construction and equipment storage surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarn pads, paddock perimeter footing, and rural utility surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompacted structural fill on grading and earthwork projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a 600 sq ft driveway re-base at 4\" depth, plan on about 7.4 cubic yards. A 20' × 30' parking pad at 4\" needs roughly 7.4 yards. Always compact in 2–3 inch lifts with a plate compactor or roller for best long-term performance — the cement re-bond is what makes this material so structurally sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Crushed Concrete compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Dense Pack ¾\" \/ #610:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense Pack is virgin crushed granite. Crushed Concrete is the recycled equivalent — lighter on the wallet, slightly lower bearing capacity but plenty for residential use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Gray Granite ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Gray Granite is clean (no fines, drains). Crushed Concrete is dense-graded with fines that re-bond when wet. Different jobs — concrete for base, granite for finish\/drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Processed Gravel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crushed Concrete is sometimes used interchangeably with processed gravel for base material. Concrete is more eco-friendly and often cheaper; gravel is the traditional pick.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Rip Rap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rip Rap is for erosion control and slope stabilization (large angular stone). Crushed Concrete is for compacted base layers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Crushed Concrete as strong as virgin crushed stone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor residential applications, yes. It actually compacts harder than virgin stone because residual cement re-bonds when wet. For heavy commercial\/highway specs, virgin stone is required — but for driveways, parking pads, and most landscape jobs, RCA is plenty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Crushed Concrete leach into the soil or affect pH?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt can slightly raise local soil pH over years of contact — similar to how a concrete sidewalk affects adjacent soil. Not a concern for driveways or pads; avoid using directly around acid-loving plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Crushed Concrete have rebar or trash in it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Quality crushed concrete is processed to remove rebar, mesh, and contaminants. Our supply is clean processed RCA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow thick should a crushed concrete driveway base be?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4–6 inches compacted for residential driveways. 8\" for vehicular traffic over soft soils. Always lift-and-compact in 2–3\" passes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,400–2,700 lbs per cubic yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver crushed concrete across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/dense-pack-075-to-minus\"\u003edense pack ¾\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e when virgin stone is required by the job spec, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/gray-granite-0-75\"\u003egray granite ¾\"\u003c\/a\u003e for the finished top coat over the recycled base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the eco-friendly base material that's tougher and cheaper than virgin stone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Crushed Concrete as strong as virgin crushed stone?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"For residential applications, yes. 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Same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Ottr Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46174507335908,"sku":"4004","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/Crushed-Concrete-0.png?v=1743020776"},{"product_id":"dense-pack-075-to-minus","title":"Dense Pack ¾\" to minus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDense Pack ¾\" to Minus — The Engineered Base That Locks Hardscape Down for Decades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlso sold as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/610-stone\" title=\"#610 Stone (Dense-Graded Granite Base)\"\u003e#610 Stone (Dense-Graded Granite Base)\u003c\/a\u003e — the contractor spec name for the same material (Mass DOT M1.03.1 \/ AASHTO M147).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDense Pack ¾\" to Minus is the angular crushed stone-and-fines blend that's purpose-built for compaction. The angular faces lock together under a plate compactor, the fines fill every void between the larger stones, and the whole layer becomes essentially a solid — the kind of base that keeps pavers from settling, retaining walls from leaning, and patios from heaving every spring. If hardscape is going on top, dense pack goes on bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrushed granite + granite fines, native to the Boston area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e¾\" to dust — continuous gradation for tight compaction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~80 sq ft at 4\" depth (compacted)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,700–2,800 lbs\/yd³ (~1.35–1.4 tons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#610 stone, crusher run, ABC stone, dense grade aggregate, processed gravel, road base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompacted base under interlocking pavers, flagstone, and patio stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetaining wall footings and segmental block wall foundations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalkway sub-base where settling can't be allowed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveway sub-base under finish gravel or asphalt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a 200 sq ft paver patio with a 4\" compacted base, plan on about 2.5 cubic yards. ICPI guidelines recommend 6\" of dense pack for residential pedestrian use and 8\"+ for vehicular — so a 600 sq ft driveway base at 8\" runs about 14.8 yards. Always compact in 2–3\" lifts with a plate compactor for proper density.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Dense Pack ¾\" compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Gray Granite ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Same material family but Dense Pack has fines mixed in for compaction. Gray Granite ¾\" is clean for drainage and finish. Stack: Dense Pack underneath, Gray Granite on top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Crushed Concrete 1\" to minus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crushed concrete is the recycled equivalent — lighter on the wallet, slightly lower bearing capacity. Dense Pack is the virgin-aggregate spec.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. #57 Stone:\u003c\/strong\u003e #57 is clean (drains). Dense Pack is dense-graded (compacts). Use Dense Pack where compaction matters; use #57 where drainage matters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Stone Dust:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stone dust is just the fines, no top stone. Dense Pack is the full top-to-fines blend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Dense Pack ¾\" to minus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA dense-graded crushed granite blend with a continuous gradation from ¾\" stone down to dust. Designed to compact tight under a plate compactor and form a near-solid base layer for hardscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Dense Pack the same as crusher run or #610?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEssentially yes. \"Crusher run\" is the colloquial yard-supply name; \"#610\" or \"Mass DOT M1.03.1 dense-graded base\" is the spec name on engineered drawings. Same product family, regional naming differences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow thick should a Dense Pack paver base be?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor pedestrian patios and walkways, 4–6\" compacted in 2–3\" lifts. For driveways and vehicular use, 6–8\" compacted. Always compact each lift before adding the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Dense Pack drain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSlowly. The fines pack tight, so it sheds water across the surface rather than absorbing it. That's a feature for a base layer (no settling) but a bug for drainage trenches — use clean #57 or Gray Granite ¾\" for drainage applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard of Dense Pack weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,700–2,800 lbs per cubic yard, or roughly 1.35–1.4 tons. Slightly heavier than clean ¾\" because of the fines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver Dense Pack in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties. No minimum order; flat-rate delivery shown in the price breakdown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver dense pack across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/concrete-sand\"\u003econcrete sand\u003c\/a\u003e for the 1\" bedding layer above the compacted base, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/crushed-concrete-1-to-minus\"\u003ecrushed concrete 1\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e when recycled base is acceptable for the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the engineered base that keeps hardscape locked down for decades.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is Dense Pack 3\/4 inch to minus?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A dense-graded crushed granite blend with a continuous gradation from 3\/4 inch stone down to dust. 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Same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Ottr Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46284805144804,"sku":"4005","price":76.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/Dense-Pack-0.75.png?v=1743018258"},{"product_id":"riverbed-0-75","title":"Riverbed ¾\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRiverbed ¾\" — Smooth, Tumbled Stone for Dry Creek Beds \u0026amp; Pond Edges\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRiverbed ¾\" is the medium-format smooth stone that brings that authentic dry-stream-bed look to a yard. Tumbled rounded edges, mixed natural color palette, and just enough heft that it stays put through rain runoff. It's the size most landscape designers spec for the main fill in dry creek beds, the decorative apron around pond features, and bold ground cover where the rocks need to read as rocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally tumbled river stone, mixed earth tones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e¾\" nominal — smooth, rounded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~80 sq ft at 4\" depth (decorative)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,800 lbs\/yd³ (~1.4 tons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRiver rock, creek pebble, dry creek bed stone, pond apron stone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry creek beds and seasonal water-channel landscaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative borders around pond features and water gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold ground cover in xeriscape and low-water landscape designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStepping-stone path infill where smooth, natural stone reads better than crushed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 3' × 25' dry creek bed at 4\" depth needs about 0.93 cubic yards (more if you stack stones for a sculpted look). For a pond border 18\" wide × 50' long × 4\" deep, plan on about 0.93 yards. Bold decorative ground cover at 4\" depth covers ~80 sq ft per yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Riverbed ¾\" compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Riverbed ⅜\":\u003c\/strong\u003e ⅜\" is the finer accent fill. ¾\" is the main structural stone for dry creek beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Riverbed 1.5\":\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5\" is bolder still — used as anchor stones in larger dry creek installations. ¾\" is the main-fill workhorse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Creek Stone 2\"–3\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Creek Stone is the largest format — used as anchor stones at the head of a creek bed feature. ¾\" is the fill between them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Gray Granite ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Gray Granite is angular crushed (driveways, base material). Riverbed ¾\" is smooth tumbled (decorative, naturalized). Completely different aesthetics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Riverbed ¾\" used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMostly four jobs: the main fill layer in dry creek beds, decorative borders around ponds and water features, bold ground cover in xeriscape designs, and infill between stepping stones on naturalized paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow deep should I lay Riverbed ¾\" in a dry creek bed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4–6 inches for a substantial look. The depth lets you stack and sculpt stones into mounds that mimic real stream beds; thin layers look stranded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Riverbed ¾\" stay put on a slope?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmooth rounded stone can roll on slopes. For sloped applications, set larger anchor stones (Riverbed 1.5\" or Creek Stone) periodically to break up runoff, then fill between with ¾\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use Riverbed ¾\" around a fish pond?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — natural river stone won't affect water chemistry. Avoid limestone or marble near ponds (they raise pH).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,800 lbs per cubic yard, or roughly 1.4 tons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver ¾\" riverbed across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/riverbed-1-5\"\u003eriverbed 1.5\"\u003c\/a\u003e for boulder-sized accent stones on the same dry creek bed, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/riverbed-0-375\"\u003eriverbed ⅜\"\u003c\/a\u003e for finer accent fill between the larger stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the smooth medium stone that brings dry creek beds to life.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is Riverbed 3\/4 inch used for?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The main fill layer in dry creek beds, decorative borders around ponds and water features, bold ground cover in xeriscape designs, and infill between stepping stones.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How deep should I lay it in a dry creek bed?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"4-6 inches for a substantial look. 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Same angular gray tone, same durability, but in a size that walks comfortably along garden paths and finishes drip edges and decorative borders without feeling chunky. When the project asks for the gray gravel look at a more refined scale, this is the size to spec.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrushed granite, native to the Boston area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e⅜\" nominal — angular, crushed faces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~100 sq ft at 3\" depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,500–2,700 lbs\/yd³\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#89 stone, ⅜\" gray gravel, small gray crushed, walkway gravel, gray chip stone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarden walkways, side paths, and stepping-stone fill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrip edges around foundations, patios, and walkway perimeters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative borders along garden beds in modern hardscape designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine drainage layers under shallow trenches and downspout dispersal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 3' × 30' garden path at 3\" depth needs about 0.85 cubic yards. For a 150 sq ft drip edge along a foundation at 3\", plan on about 1.4 yards. Decorative bed border (6\" wide, 75' long, 3\" deep) takes only about 0.35 yards — the small format goes a long way on detail work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Gray Granite ⅜\" compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Gray Granite ¾\":\u003c\/strong\u003e ¾\" is the chunkier driveway\/base size. ⅜\" walks more comfortably and looks more refined on garden paths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Gray Granite Stone Dust \/ #10:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stone dust has high fines and packs tight. ⅜\" is clean and drains. Use ⅜\" where you want texture, dust where you want a solid surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Blue-Gray Granite ⅜\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Same size, different color. Blue-gray reads cooler with a steel undertone; gray is the classic neutral pick.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Riverbed ⅜\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Riverbed is smooth, rounded, naturally tumbled. ⅜\" gray granite is angular and crushed — looks more architectural, locks in place under foot traffic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Gray Granite ⅜\" used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMostly four jobs: garden walkways and stepping-stone fill, drip edges around foundations and patios, decorative borders along beds, and fine drainage in shallow trenches. It is the small-format pick when ¾\" feels too chunky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Gray Granite ⅜\" the same as #89 stone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — gradationally, ⅜\" gray crushed granite meets ASTM C33 \/ AASHTO M43 No. 89. Contractors who spec permeable paver joint fill ask for #89; the residential name for the same material is Gray Granite ⅜\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I walk on Gray Granite ⅜\" barefoot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is more comfortable than ¾\" but it is still crushed (angular). For barefoot-friendly garden paths, smooth \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/riverbed-0-375\"\u003eRiverbed ⅜\"\u003c\/a\u003e is the better pick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Gray Granite ⅜\" fill paver joints?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor permeable interlocking paver joints, yes — this is the spec'd \"#89 joint stone\" used in PICP installs. For traditional pavers, use polymeric sand instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard of Gray Granite ⅜\" weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,500–2,700 lbs per cubic yard, or roughly 1.25–1.35 tons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver to my town?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver ⅜\" gray granite across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/gray-granite-0-75\"\u003egray granite ¾\"\u003c\/a\u003e for chunkier coverage on the same site, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/dense-pack-075-to-minus\"\u003edense pack ¾\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e for the compacted walkway base layer underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the small-format gray stone for walkways, edges, and detail work.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is Gray Granite 3\/8 inch used for?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Mostly four jobs: garden walkways and stepping-stone fill, drip edges around foundations and patios, decorative borders along beds, and fine drainage in shallow trenches.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Gray Granite 3\/8 inch the same as #89 stone?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. 3\/8 inch gray crushed granite meets ASTM C33 \/ AASHTO M43 No. 89. 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Quarried from native Boston-area granite, angular, washed, and gradationally \u003cstrong\u003eclean of fines\u003c\/strong\u003e, it drains fast, locks under load, and meets the ASTM C33 \/ AASHTO M43 No. 57 standard called out on engineered drawings. If a plan sheet says \"57 stone,\" this is the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#57 Stone (ASTM C33 \/ AASHTO M43 size No. 57)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrushed granite, native to the Boston area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\" to ¼\" (passes 1½\" sieve, retained on #4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAngular crushed granite, washed, no fines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,700 lbs per cubic yard (~1.35 tons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 yd³ covers ~80 sq ft at 4\" depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e57s, AASHTO 57, drainage stone, septic stone, ¾\" clean crushed stone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrench drains, foundation drains, and curtain drains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeptic system drain fields and leach beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePipe bedding and backfill around culverts and drainage tile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady-mix concrete coarse aggregate (when ASTM C33 is specified)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePermeable paver base layers and dry wells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveway top dressing where a clean, drainable finish is wanted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGradation (ASTM C33 \/ AASHTO M43 — Size No. 57)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSieve size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e% passing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1½\" (37.5 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\" (25.0 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95 – 100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e½\" (12.5 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 – 60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#4 (4.75 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 – 10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#8 (2.36 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 – 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a 100 ft French drain trench (12\"-wide, 6\" of stone above and below a 4\" pipe), plan on about 3.7 cubic yards. For a 200 sq ft permeable paver base at 6\" depth, plan on about 3.7 cubic yards. Use the material calculator at the top of the page for any custom dimensions — and round up by 5–10% for compaction and overdig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow #57 compares to neighboring sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#57 vs. #67:\u003c\/strong\u003e #57 has a 1\" top size; #67 has a ¾\" top. Both are clean. #57 drains slightly faster.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#57 vs. #89:\u003c\/strong\u003e #89 is much smaller (⅜\" top). Use #89 where a tighter packing or finer top dressing is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#57 vs. #610:\u003c\/strong\u003e #57 is clean (drains). #610 is dense-graded (compacts solid). Not interchangeable — pick by application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResidential equivalent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Same material as our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/crushed-gray-rock-0-75-inch\" title=\"Gray Crushed Rock 3\/4 inch\"\u003eGray Crushed Rock ¾\"\u003c\/a\u003e — two ways to ask for the same product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs #57 stone the same as ¾\" gravel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClose, but not exactly. #57 is gradation-controlled to ASTM C33 — it spans 1\" down to ¼\" with no fines. Generic \"¾\" gravel\" varies by yard and may include fines. If your spec sheet says #57, ask for #57.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes #57 stone compact?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause there are no fines, #57 doesn't compact in the traditional sense — but its angular granite faces interlock to form a stable, free-draining layer that won't pump or migrate. That's why drainage installers prefer it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use #57 stone under pavers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes for \u003cem\u003epermeable\u003c\/em\u003e paver systems where ASTM C33 #57 is the specified open-graded base. For traditional pavers, use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/dense-pack-075-to-minus\" title=\"Dense Pack 3\/4 inch to minus\"\u003eDense Pack ¾\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/610-stone\" title=\"#610 Granite Base\"\u003e#610 Granite Base\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard of #57 stone weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,700 lbs per cubic yard, or roughly 1.35 tons. A standard half-ton pickup should not carry more than about a half yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver #57 stone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties. No minimum order; flat-rate delivery shown in the price breakdown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver #57 stone across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Suffolk County Landscape Supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Middlesex County Landscape Supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Norfolk County Landscape Supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Plymouth County Landscape Supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/concrete-sand\" title=\"Concrete Sand\"\u003eConcrete Sand\u003c\/a\u003e for ASTM C33 bedding, or step up to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/dense-pack-075-to-minus\" title=\"Dense Pack\"\u003eDense Pack ¾\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e when a compacted base is what the job calls for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the industry-spec stone every drainage and septic contractor asks for by name.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is #57 stone the same as 3\/4 inch gravel?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Close, but not exactly. #57 is gradation-controlled to ASTM C33 — it spans 1 inch down to a quarter inch with no fines. 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A standard half-ton pickup should not carry more than about a half yard.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do you deliver #57 stone in the Boston area?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties. No minimum order; flat-rate delivery shown in the price breakdown.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Ottr Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48928218611940,"sku":"4101","price":79.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/Limestone-Rock-0.75-Inch_3c77ebbc-09a0-4df5-bc21-637e1a02f8f6.png?v=1778808920"},{"product_id":"89-stone","title":"#89 Stone (Crushed Granite)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e#89 Stone (Crushed Granite) — The Small-Format Spec Stone for Paver Joints \u0026amp; Permeable Bases\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#89 Stone is the ⅜\"-top crushed granite that contractors specify by name for permeable paver joints, walkway finishes, and tight-pack drainage layers. Native Boston-area granite, angular, washed, with a tight ASTM C33 \/ AASHTO M43 No. 89 gradation — small enough to lock pavers, large enough to drain. If a permeable-pavement detail calls for \"#89 joint stone,\" this is it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#89 Stone (ASTM C33 \/ AASHTO M43 size No. 89)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrushed granite, native to the Boston area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e⅜\" to fine (passes ½\" sieve, retained on #50)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAngular crushed granite, washed, clean of fines below #50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,800 lbs per cubic yard (~1.4 tons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 yd³ covers ~80 sq ft at 4\" depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e89s, AASHTO 89, joint stone, chip stone, permeable paver joint fill, ⅜\" clean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePermeable interlocking paver joints (the spec'd \"#89 joint stone\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePermeable paver leveling course (top of the open-graded base)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalkway finish layer over a compacted base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine drainage stone near foundations and small culverts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeptic system top dressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative ground cover where a small, uniform stone is wanted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGradation (ASTM C33 \/ AASHTO M43 — Size No. 89)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSieve size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e% passing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e½\" (12.5 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e⅜\" (9.5 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 – 100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#4 (4.75 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 – 55\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#8 (2.36 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 – 30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#16 (1.18 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 – 10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#50 (300 µm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 – 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor permeable paver joints, plan on about ½ cubic yard per 200 sq ft of paver field (after sweeping). For a 2\" leveling course over an open-graded base, plan on about 1.2 yd³ per 200 sq ft. Use the material calculator at the top of the page for custom dimensions, and round up 5–10% for spread loss and re-sweep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow #89 compares to neighboring sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#89 vs. #8:\u003c\/strong\u003e #8 is slightly larger (no #50-fines portion). #89 is the more common \u003cem\u003ejoint\u003c\/em\u003e spec; #8 is the more common \u003cem\u003ebedding\u003c\/em\u003e spec.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#89 vs. #57:\u003c\/strong\u003e #57 is the 1\"-top sibling. Use #57 below #89 in a permeable system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#89 vs. stone dust:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stone dust (#10) has more fines and packs tight. #89 drains. They are \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e interchangeable for permeable installs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResidential equivalent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Same material as our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/gray-crushed-rock\" title=\"Gray Crushed Rock 3\/8 inch\"\u003eGray Crushed Rock ⅜\"\u003c\/a\u003e — two ways to ask for the same product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is #89 stone used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrimarily three jobs: filling the joints on permeable interlocking pavers (PICP), the leveling course directly under permeable pavers, and small-stone drainage near foundations or septic systems. It is the spec'd choice when \"#89 joint stone\" appears on a plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use #89 in regular pavers (non-permeable)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor traditional pavers, use polymeric sand for joints and concrete sand for bedding. #89 is the right call for \u003cem\u003epermeable\u003c\/em\u003e systems only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does #89 differ from #8 stone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#89 includes more of the fine-end material (passes through #50 sieve at 0–5%). #8 has a narrower, slightly larger band. Most PICP details accept either, but #89 is what most permeable spec sheets call out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard of #89 stone weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,800 lbs per cubic yard, or roughly 1.4 tons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver #89 stone in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties. No minimum order; flat-rate delivery shown in the price breakdown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver #89 stone across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Suffolk County Landscape Supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Middlesex County Landscape Supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Norfolk County Landscape Supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Plymouth County Landscape Supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/57-stone\" title=\"#57 Stone\"\u003e#57 Stone\u003c\/a\u003e as the open-graded base layer below, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/concrete-sand\" title=\"Concrete Sand\"\u003eConcrete Sand\u003c\/a\u003e for traditional paver bedding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the spec'd joint stone for permeable paver systems.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is #89 stone used for?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Primarily three jobs: filling the joints on permeable interlocking pavers, the leveling course directly under permeable pavers, and small-stone drainage near foundations or septic systems.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I use #89 in regular pavers?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"For traditional pavers, use polymeric sand for joints and concrete sand for bedding. #89 is the right call for permeable systems only.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How does #89 differ from #8 stone?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"#89 includes more of the fine-end material (passes through #50 sieve at 0-5%). #8 has a narrower, slightly larger band. Most permeable pavement specs call out #89.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much does a cubic yard of #89 stone weigh?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"About 2,800 lbs per cubic yard, or roughly 1.4 tons.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do you deliver #89 stone in the Boston area?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Ottr Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48928220741860,"sku":"4102","price":75.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/Crushed-Rock-0.375-Inch_2675ab07-633a-4267-9dff-94dc7cba9c27.png?v=1778808922"},{"product_id":"610-stone","title":"#610 Stone (Dense-Graded Granite Base)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e#610 Stone (Dense-Graded Granite Base) — The Engineered Sub-Base Contractors Spec by Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#610 Stone is the dense-graded crushed granite base that locks hardscape, driveways, and sub-grades down for decades. A continuous gradation from 1\" down to dust — angular faces interlock, fines fill the voids, and the whole layer compacts essentially solid under a plate compactor. Meets Mass DOT M1.03.1 \/ AASHTO M147 dense-graded base spec. If the plan sheet says \"610,\" \"crusher run,\" or \"dense graded aggregate,\" this is it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#610 Stone (Mass DOT M1.03.1 \/ AASHTO M147 dense-graded base)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrushed granite + granite fines, native to the Boston area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\" to dust (continuous gradation, dense-graded)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAngular crushed granite with stone dust fines for tight compaction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,800–3,000 lbs per cubic yard (~1.4–1.5 tons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 yd³ covers ~80 sq ft at 4\" depth (compacted)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e610, crusher run, ABC stone, dense grade aggregate (DGA), processed gravel, road base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompacted base under interlocking pavers, flagstone, and patio stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetaining wall footings and segmental block wall foundations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveway sub-base under finish gravel or asphalt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalkway and patio sub-base where settling can't be allowed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParking pad and shed pad construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoad base on private driveways and woods roads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGradation (Mass DOT M1.03.1 \/ AASHTO M147 typical band)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSieve size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e% passing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\" (25 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e¾\" (19 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 – 100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#4 (4.75 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35 – 65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#40 (425 µm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 – 32\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#200 (75 µm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 – 12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a 200 sq ft paver patio with a 4\" compacted base, plan on about 2.5 cubic yards. ICPI guidelines recommend 6\" of dense-graded base for residential pedestrian use and 8\"+ for vehicular — so a 600 sq ft driveway base at 8\" runs about 14.8 yards. Always compact in 2–3\" lifts with a plate compactor for proper density.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow #610 compares to neighboring products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#610 vs. #57 \/ #89:\u003c\/strong\u003e #610 is dense-graded (with fines, compacts). #57 and #89 are clean (drain). Use #610 where compaction matters; use #57 or #89 where drainage matters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#610 vs. crushed concrete:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crushed concrete is the recycled equivalent — lighter on the wallet, slightly lower bearing capacity. #610 is the virgin-aggregate spec.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResidential equivalent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Same product family as our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/dense-pack-075-to-minus\" title=\"Dense Pack 3\/4 to minus\"\u003eDense Pack ¾\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e — two ways to ask for the same material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is #610 stone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA dense-graded crushed-stone base material with a continuous gradation from 1\" down to dust. Designed to compact tight under load. The \"6\" refers to the top size band and the \"10\" to the bottom, in the unified stone-numbering convention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs #610 the same as crusher run?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEssentially yes. \"Crusher run\" is the colloquial name; \"#610\" or \"dense-graded aggregate\" is the spec name. Same product family, regional naming differences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow thick should a #610 paver base be?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor pedestrian patios and walkways, 4–6\" compacted in 2–3\" lifts. For driveways and vehicular use, 6–8\" compacted. Always compact each lift before adding the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard of #610 stone weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,800–3,000 lbs per cubic yard, or roughly 1.4–1.5 tons. Slightly heavier than clean #57 because of the fines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver #610 in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties. No minimum order; flat-rate delivery shown in the price breakdown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver #610 across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Suffolk County Landscape Supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Middlesex County Landscape Supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Norfolk County Landscape Supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Plymouth County Landscape Supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/concrete-sand\" title=\"Concrete Sand\"\u003eConcrete Sand\u003c\/a\u003e for the 1\" bedding layer above the compacted base, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/crushed-concrete-1-to-minus\" title=\"Crushed Concrete\"\u003eCrushed Concrete 1\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e when recycled base is acceptable for the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the dense-graded base spec contractors call out by name.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is #610 stone?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A dense-graded crushed-stone base material with a continuous gradation from 1 inch down to dust. Designed to compact tight under load.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is #610 the same as crusher run?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Essentially yes. Crusher run is the colloquial name; #610 or dense-graded aggregate is the spec name. Same product family, regional naming differences.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How thick should a #610 paver base be?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"For pedestrian patios and walkways, 4-6 inches compacted in 2-3 inch lifts. For driveways and vehicular use, 6-8 inches compacted.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much does a cubic yard of #610 stone weigh?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"About 2,800-3,000 lbs per cubic yard, or roughly 1.4-1.5 tons.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do you deliver #610 in the Boston area?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties. No minimum order; flat-rate delivery shown in the price breakdown.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Ottr Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48928221626596,"sku":"4103","price":76.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/Dense-Pack-0.75_fb92e4c6-d90a-4313-9f20-a6d516401d24.png?v=1778808928"},{"product_id":"4-stone","title":"#4 Stone (Crushed Granite Ballast)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e#4 Stone (Crushed Granite Ballast) — Large Clean Stone for Heavy Drainage \u0026amp; Deep Backfill\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#4 Stone is the bigger-cousin spec stone — 1½\" top size, clean of fines, angular crushed granite. The size drainage engineers reach for when #57 isn't big enough: deep foundation backfill, large culvert bedding, rail-grade ballast, and the transition layer between rip rap and finer drainage stone. Meets AASHTO M43 No. 4 \/ ASTM D448 No. 4. If the spec says \"4 stone,\" this is it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#4 Stone (AASHTO M43 \/ ASTM D448 size No. 4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrushed granite, native to the Boston area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1½\" to ¾\" (passes 2½\", retained on ¾\" sieve)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAngular crushed granite, washed, clean of fines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,700 lbs per cubic yard (~1.35 tons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 yd³ covers ~80 sq ft at 4\" depth (loose)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4s, AASHTO 4, ballast stone, large drainage rock, 1½\" clean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep drainage trenches and curtain drains where #57 isn't large enough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoundation backfill against waterproofing membranes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge culvert bedding and pipe surround\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeptic system stone where the engineer specifies #4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransition layer between rip rap and #57\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty driveway base where settlement is a concern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGradation (AASHTO M43 \/ ASTM D448 — Size No. 4)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSieve size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e% passing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2½\" (63 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" (50 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 – 100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1½\" (37.5 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 – 55\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\" (25 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 – 15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e½\" (12.5 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 – 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a 100 ft foundation drain trench, 2 ft wide, with 1 ft of #4 over a perforated pipe, plan on about 7.4 cubic yards. Use the material calculator at the top of the page for custom dimensions. Round up 5–10% for over-excavation and settlement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow #4 compares to neighboring sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#4 vs. #57:\u003c\/strong\u003e #4 is larger (1½\" top vs. 1\" top). Use #4 in deeper, heavier-flow drainage; use #57 for typical French drains and septic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#4 vs. rip rap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rip rap is much larger (6\"–12\"+) and used for erosion armor. #4 is the transition stone between rip rap and finer drainage rock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResidential equivalent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Same material as our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/crushed-gray-rock-1-5-inch\" title=\"Gray Crushed Rock 1.5 inch\"\u003eGray Crushed Rock 1.5\"\u003c\/a\u003e — two ways to ask for the same product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is #4 stone used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeavy drainage, foundation backfill, large culvert bedding, septic stone where the engineer specifies it, and the transition layer between rip rap and smaller drainage rock. It is bigger than #57 and reserved for deeper, higher-flow applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs #4 stone the same as 1.5\" crushed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — gradationally, #4 has a 1½\" mid-band with a 2½\" top sieve. Our Gray Crushed Rock 1.5\" is the same material under its residential name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan #4 stone be used as a driveway surface?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt can be used as a deep base, but the size is uncomfortable to walk and drive on as a finish. For a driveway top, use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/crushed-gray-rock-0-75-inch\"\u003e¾\" gray crushed\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/57-stone\"\u003e#57 stone\u003c\/a\u003e on top of a compacted #610 base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard of #4 stone weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,700 lbs per cubic yard, or roughly 1.35 tons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver #4 stone in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties. No minimum order; flat-rate delivery shown in the price breakdown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver #4 stone across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Suffolk County Landscape Supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Middlesex County Landscape Supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Norfolk County Landscape Supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Plymouth County Landscape Supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/57-stone\" title=\"#57 Stone\"\u003e#57 Stone\u003c\/a\u003e as a transition layer down to finer drainage rock, or step up to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/surge-stone\" title=\"Rip Rap\"\u003eRip Rap 6\"–12\"\u003c\/a\u003e for erosion armor and high-energy stream banks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the large-spec stone engineers call out for deep drainage and heavy backfill.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is #4 stone used for?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Heavy drainage, foundation backfill, large culvert bedding, septic stone where the engineer specifies it, and the transition layer between rip rap and smaller drainage rock.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is #4 stone the same as 1.5 inch crushed?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes — gradationally, #4 has a 1.5 inch mid-band with a 2.5 inch top sieve. The residential name is Gray Crushed Rock 1.5 inch.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can #4 stone be used as a driveway surface?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"It can be used as a deep base, but the size is uncomfortable to walk and drive on as a finish. For a driveway top, use 3\/4 inch gray crushed or #57 stone over a compacted #610 base.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much does a cubic yard of #4 stone weigh?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"About 2,700 lbs per cubic yard, or roughly 1.35 tons.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do you deliver #4 stone in the Boston area?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties. No minimum order; flat-rate delivery shown in the price breakdown.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Ottr Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48928224018660,"sku":"4104","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/Gray-Crushed-Rock-1.5-Inch_46ba2bc1-ca3e-4023-b7b1-ea69a93e7331.png?v=1778808929"},{"product_id":"10-stone-dust","title":"#10 Stone Dust (Granite Screenings)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e#10 Stone Dust (Granite Screenings) — The Spec'd Fines That Lock Walkways \u0026amp; Paver Joints\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#10 Stone Dust is the quarter-minus by-product of crushing granite — passes a ⅜\" sieve, with a tight band of fines all the way through #200. It is the spec name (AASHTO M43 No. 10 \/ ASTM D448 No. 10) for what most yards call \"screenings\" or \"stone dust\": the material that compacts hard, finishes a walkway, locks pavers in their joints, and gives a stable footing under stepping stones. If a plan calls for \"screenings\" or \"#10,\" this is the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#10 Screenings (AASHTO M43 \/ ASTM D448 size No. 10)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrushed granite screenings, native to the Boston area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePasses ⅜\" (¼\"-minus, including fines through #200)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGranite chips, sand, and fines — angular, dry-screened\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,700 lbs per cubic yard (~1.35 tons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 yd³ covers ~80 sq ft at 4\" depth (compacted)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStone dust, screenings, quarter-minus, pack, manufactured sand, decomposed granite (regional)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinal leveling course and joint fill under and between brick and concrete pavers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompacted walkway base (paths, garden walks, stepping-stone runs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiding arena and round-pen footing (with sand blend)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop dressing on driveways for a smooth, locked surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSetting bed for flagstone and bluestone in dry-laid applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrench backfill where fine, compactable material is wanted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGradation (AASHTO M43 \/ ASTM D448 — Size No. 10, typical band)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSieve size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e% passing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e⅜\" (9.5 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#4 (4.75 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e85 – 100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#8 (2.36 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e65 – 90\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#16 (1.18 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45 – 70\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#30 (600 µm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 – 50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#50 (300 µm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 – 30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#100 (150 µm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 – 17\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#200 (75 µm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 – 10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a 200 sq ft walkway with a 2\" stone dust setting bed, plan on about 1.25 cubic yards. For paver joint sweep-in, a yard covers approximately 2,000–3,000 sq ft of paver field depending on joint width. Use the material calculator at the top of the page for custom dimensions, and round up 5–10% for compaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow #10 compares to neighboring products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#10 vs. #89:\u003c\/strong\u003e #10 packs solid (lots of fines). #89 drains (clean joint stone). Choose by whether the joint should compact or drain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#10 vs. mason sand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are fine. Mason sand is rounder and used for mortar. #10 is angular and locks under compaction — better for walkway setting beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e#10 vs. dense pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense pack (or #610) has a ¾\"–1\" top stone with fines. #10 is just the fines. Use #10 to top a dense-pack base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlue-gray color variant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefer a blue-gray color profile? See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/blue-gray-granite-dust\" title=\"Blue-Gray Granite Dust\"\u003eBlue-Gray Granite Dust\u003c\/a\u003e — same #10 spec, blue-gray granite color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is #10 stone dust used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWalkway setting beds, paver joint fill, top dressing on driveways, and footing for stepping stones and flagstone. It compacts to a near-solid layer that locks the surface above it in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs stone dust the same as #10?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — \"stone dust\" and \"screenings\" are the trade names; #10 (AASHTO M43 \/ ASTM D448) is the formal spec name. Same material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes stone dust drain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot well. The fines pack tight, so water sheds across the surface rather than percolating through. That's a feature for walkways (no settling) but a bug if drainage is needed — for drainage, use #57 or #89 instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use stone dust under pavers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor dry-laid stepping stones and flagstone, yes — it is the standard setting bed. For interlocking concrete pavers, contemporary ICPI guidance prefers concrete sand for bedding; stone dust is still used for joint sweep-in on some installs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard of stone dust weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,700 lbs per cubic yard, or roughly 1.35 tons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver stone dust in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties. No minimum order; flat-rate delivery shown in the price breakdown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We deliver #10 stone dust across \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Suffolk County Landscape Supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Middlesex County Landscape Supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Norfolk County Landscape Supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\" title=\"Plymouth County Landscape Supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/dense-pack-075-to-minus\" title=\"Dense Pack\"\u003eDense Pack ¾\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/610-stone\" title=\"#610 Stone\"\u003e#610 Stone\u003c\/a\u003e as the compacted base below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the spec'd screenings every walkway installer reaches for.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is #10 stone dust used for?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Walkway setting beds, paver joint fill, top dressing on driveways, and footing for stepping stones and flagstone. It compacts to a near-solid layer that locks the surface above it in place.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is stone dust the same as #10?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. Stone dust and screenings are the trade names; #10 (AASHTO M43 \/ ASTM D448) is the formal spec name. Same material.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Does stone dust drain?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Not well. The fines pack tight, so water sheds across the surface rather than percolating through. For drainage, use #57 or #89 instead.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I use stone dust under pavers?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"For dry-laid stepping stones and flagstone, yes. 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No minimum order; flat-rate delivery shown in the price breakdown.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Ottr Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48928230080740,"sku":"4105","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/BlueStoneRockFines_c147985e-f4c7-4130-b16a-6454e65ca149.png?v=1778816733"},{"product_id":"rca","title":"RCA — Recycled Concrete Aggregate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRCA — Recycled Concrete Aggregate (MA SHA Class A)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRCA is the contractor-spec recycled concrete aggregate ordered for sustainable base, sub-base, and structural fill on commercial, municipal, and LEED-mandated projects. MA SHA Class A compliant — same physical product as our residential Crushed Concrete listing, sold under its industry name with tickets and certifications for spec-compliant procurement. Bulk delivery across Greater Boston via tandem dump truck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrushed recycled concrete aggregate, 1\" to minus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMA SHA Class A RCA \/ Mass DOT compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\" with fines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompaction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEquivalent to processed gravel (~95% std. Proctor)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~100 sq ft at 3\" depth (compacted)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,500–2,800 lbs\/yd³ (~1.25–1.4 tons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSustainability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLEED MR Credit 2 eligible — diverts demolition concrete from landfill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecycled concrete, RCA, crushed concrete base, recycled aggregate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDriveway and parking-lot sub-base\u003c\/strong\u003e on commercial and municipal projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePad and slab base material\u003c\/strong\u003e for sheds, garages, and accessory structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePipeline trench backfill\u003c\/strong\u003e meeting DPW spec for water\/sewer work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLEED-mandated hardscape base\u003c\/strong\u003e (Material \u0026amp; Resources Credit 2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSustainability-required public works\u003c\/strong\u003e — DOT, MBTA, and municipal procurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCost-effective alternative\u003c\/strong\u003e to virgin processed gravel where spec allows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much RCA do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a \u003cstrong\u003e50' × 12' commercial driveway\u003c\/strong\u003e at 6\" sub-base depth, plan on about \u003cstrong\u003e11 cubic yards\u003c\/strong\u003e of RCA. For a \u003cstrong\u003e30' × 30' parking pad\u003c\/strong\u003e at 8\" depth, you're looking at \u003cstrong\u003e22 cubic yards\u003c\/strong\u003e. For a \u003cstrong\u003e200' utility trench\u003c\/strong\u003e 24\" wide × 18\" deep backfill, roughly \u003cstrong\u003e22 cubic yards\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRule of thumb: 1 cubic yard covers about 100 square feet at 3\" depth (compacted). Order 15% extra for compaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow RCA compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crushed-concrete-1-to-minus\"\u003eCrushed Concrete 1\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Identical physical material. RCA is the contractor spec name with documentation\/tickets for sustainability credits and public-works procurement. Crushed Concrete is the residential listing for the same material at the same delivery rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/610-stone\"\u003e#610 Stone (Dense-Graded Granite Base)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Both are dense-graded base materials. #610 is virgin crushed granite (higher cost, tighter spec for premium hardscape). RCA is recycled — appropriate where spec permits and sustainability credits matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dense-pack-075-to-minus\"\u003eDense Pack ¾\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Dense Pack is virgin processed gravel. RCA is the recycled equivalent at typically lower cost. Both compact tightly and serve similar applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/common-borrow\"\u003eCommon Borrow (M1.01.0)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Common Borrow is unprocessed structural fill for bulk grade-raising. RCA is processed base material for the engineered layer above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between RCA and Crushed Concrete?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSame physical material. RCA is the contractor spec name — comes with material tickets, sustainability documentation, and is sold for public-works and LEED projects. Crushed Concrete is the residential listing for the same material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs RCA Mass DOT \/ MA SHA compliant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Our RCA meets MA SHA Class A specification for recycled concrete aggregate, suitable for sub-base on public-works projects where the spec permits. Tickets and material origin documentation available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes RCA qualify for LEED credits?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — RCA qualifies for LEED Materials \u0026amp; Resources Credit 2 (Construction \u0026amp; Demolition Waste Management) by diverting concrete from landfill. Also contributes to MR Credit 4 (Recycled Content).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does RCA compare to virgin processed gravel for compaction?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eComparable. RCA achieves equivalent compaction density (~95% standard Proctor) when installed in 6\" lifts at optimum moisture. Long-term freeze-thaw performance matches virgin aggregate on properly drained sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use RCA under pavers or flagstone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes for utility paving and parking lots. For premium hardscape (residential paver patios, decorative flagstone), some installers prefer virgin \u003ca href=\"\/products\/610-stone\"\u003e#610 Stone\u003c\/a\u003e for color consistency and predictable color matching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties. Tandem-axle dump trucks for larger commercial loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We run RCA across \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/common-borrow\"\u003eCommon Borrow (M1.01.0)\u003c\/a\u003e for the structural fill underneath, or our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/610-stone\"\u003e#610 Stone\u003c\/a\u003e when virgin aggregate is specified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder RCA today — MA SHA Class A recycled concrete aggregate delivered by the truckload across Greater Boston, with sustainability documentation included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What's the difference between RCA and Crushed Concrete?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Same physical material. 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Same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Ottr Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48948796719332,"sku":"4108","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/Crushed-Concrete-0_f4de8fe1-4099-4db1-8366-d119f01e993d.png?v=1778991521"},{"product_id":"white-marble-0-5","title":"White Marble ½\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Marble ½\" — Small-Format Bright White Stone for Walkways \u0026amp; Fine Detail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite Marble ½\" is the small-format crushed white marble for projects where ¾\" feels too coarse. Same brilliant white stone, sized down for garden walkways, container top-dressing, and fine decorative detail work. Bulk delivery across Greater Boston by the cubic yard — no bags, no minimum order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrushed marble, bright white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e½\" (small-format decorative)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~100 sq ft at 3\" depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,800 lbs\/yd³ (~1.4 tons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite marble chips, small white decorative stone, white walkway gravel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe cubic yard, bulk dump truck delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it's good for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden walkways and paths\u003c\/strong\u003e — comfortable underfoot, easy to keep level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer and pot top-dressing\u003c\/strong\u003e — bright white accent for outdoor planters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine decorative beds\u003c\/strong\u003e where ¾\" reads too coarse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrip edges and foundation perimeters\u003c\/strong\u003e for clean white contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMemorial gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e and bright white landscape features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModern high-contrast designs\u003c\/strong\u003e against dark mulch, granite, or stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much white marble do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a \u003cstrong\u003e40' × 4' garden path\u003c\/strong\u003e at 3\" depth, plan on about \u003cstrong\u003e1.5 cubic yards\u003c\/strong\u003e. For \u003cstrong\u003etop-dressing a 4' × 8' raised bed\u003c\/strong\u003e at 1\" finish depth, you'll need just \u003cstrong\u003e0.1 cubic yards\u003c\/strong\u003e. For a \u003cstrong\u003efoundation drip edge\u003c\/strong\u003e 100' × 18\" × 2\" deep, roughly \u003cstrong\u003e0.9 cubic yards\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRule of thumb: 1 cubic yard covers about 100 sq ft at 3\" depth. Order 10% extra for settling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow White Marble ½\" compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/white-marble-0-75\"\u003eWhite Marble ¾\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Same material, larger size. ¾\" reads more substantial for driveway accents and broad decorative beds. ½\" is the more refined, foot-friendly choice for paths and detail work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/riverbed-0-375\"\u003eRiverbed ⅜\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Riverbed is smooth river-tumbled stone in earth tones. White Marble is angular crushed and pure bright white. Different vibe entirely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/blue-gray-granite-0-5\"\u003eBlue-Gray Granite ½\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Same gradation, different look. Granite is angular gray; marble is bright white. Pick by color preference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mixed-color-granite-0-75\"\u003eMixed-Color Granite ¾\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Mixed granite is multi-tone (pink, gray, white, black). White marble is pure white. Marble wins on brightness; granite wins on visual depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between White Marble ½\" and ¾\"?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSame physical material — bright white crushed marble. The ½\" is smaller and more comfortable to walk on, ideal for paths, container top-dressing, and fine decorative work. The ¾\" is larger and works better for driveway accents and broader decorative beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill white marble stay white?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMostly yes. Light gray dust may accumulate over time but a quick rinse with a garden hose restores the brilliant white. Avoid placing directly under deciduous trees — leaves can stain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe to walk on barefoot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — ½\" chunks are smaller than ¾\" and have no sharp edges. A popular choice for backyard zen gardens, stepping-stone surrounds, and patio path borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use white marble in a sandbox?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot recommended — chunks are too large for play. For sandboxes use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mason-sand\"\u003eMason Sand\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,800 lbs (~1.4 tons).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver in the Boston area?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — same-day and next-day bulk delivery across Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Plymouth Counties. $100 flat-rate, no minimum order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame-day and next-day bulk delivery, no minimum order. We run White Marble ½\" across \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suffolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eSuffolk\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/middlesex-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eMiddlesex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/norfolk-county-landscape-supply\"\u003eNorfolk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plymouth-county-landscape-supply\"\u003ePlymouth County\u003c\/a\u003e daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/white-marble-0-75\"\u003eWhite Marble ¾\"\u003c\/a\u003e for layered decorative depth, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mason-sand\"\u003eMason Sand\u003c\/a\u003e as a path base underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder White Marble ½\" today — bright white decorative stone delivered across Greater Boston.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ottr Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48948976648420,"sku":"4083","price":253.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/white-marble-half-inch.jpg?v=1779002787"}],"url":"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/collections\/driveway-gravel-north-end-boston-massachusetts.oembed","provider":"Ottr Landscape Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}