{"title":"Patio \u0026 Walkway Base","description":"\u003cp\u003eA flagstone patio in Brockton or a paver walk in Plymouth lives or dies on what's under it. Skip the base prep and the first hard frost will heave every joint by spring. The Ottr build for a residential patio or walkway is 4–6\" of compacted dense-pack base, then 1–1½\" of bedding sand, then the surface stone or paver, with crushed fines or polymeric sand swept into the joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase layer (4–6\" compacted):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDense Pack ¾\" to minus\u003c\/strong\u003e — the standard sub-base. Crushed sharp stone with fines that locks tight under a plate compactor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrushed Concrete 1\" to minus\u003c\/strong\u003e — recycled base, same compaction profile, friendlier price for larger patios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGray Crushed Rock ¾\"\u003c\/strong\u003e — alternative open-graded base for installs that need free drainage under the slab.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBedding course (1–1½\" deep, screeded flat):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcrete Sand\u003c\/strong\u003e — the pro choice for paver bedding. Sharp grains, locks under load, doesn't migrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoarse Sand\u003c\/strong\u003e — alternative bedding sand where you want faster drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMason Sand\u003c\/strong\u003e — finer grain, used as bedding for natural stone walks where the surface needs to settle into the sand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJoint \u0026amp; finish material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Stone Dust\u003c\/strong\u003e — sweep into joints between flagstone and irregular natural stone walks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Stone Rock ⅜\"\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Stone Rock ⅜\"\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eGray Crushed Rock ⅜\"\u003c\/strong\u003e — fine decorative top layer for stepping-stone paths or as drainage in pervious patios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRiverbed Rock ¼\" and ⅜\"\u003c\/strong\u003e — rounded river stone for softer-look pervious paths and decorative borders around the patio edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing rule of thumb:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 cubic yard of base covers ~80 sq ft at 4\" compacted depth. A 12'×16' patio needs ~3 yards of base + 1 yard of bedding sand + the surface material. Add 10% for compaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSame-day or next-day dump-truck delivery across Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We can split-load base, sand, and finish stone on a single 14-yard truck for residential builds.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"blue-gray-granite-dust","title":"Blue-Gray Granite Dust","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue-Gray Granite Dust — The Compactable Fines That Lock Pavers Together \u0026amp; Finish Walkways\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSame spec class as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/10-stone-dust\" title=\"#10 Stone Dust\"\u003e#10 Screenings\u003c\/a\u003e (AASHTO M43 \/ ASTM D448 No. 10) — blue-gray granite variant of the same gradation.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue-Gray Granite Dust is the quarter-minus by-product of crushing our native Boston-area granite — the fine material that packs to a hard, near-concrete-like surface when it gets the right moisture and a tamper. 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":"gray-granite-0-75","title":"Gray Granite ¾\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGray Granite ¾\" — The Classic New England Driveway Gravel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlso sold as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/57-stone\" title=\"#57 Stone (Crushed Granite)\"\u003e#57 Stone (Crushed Granite)\u003c\/a\u003e — the contractor spec name for the same material (ASTM C33 \/ AASHTO M43 No. 57).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGray Granite ¾\" is the gravel half of New England knows by name. 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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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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One sand, a lot of jobs.\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\u003eFine-grain washed silica sand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally meets ASTM C144 for masonry mortar applications\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~2,700 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\u003eASTM C144 sand, mortar sand, white sand, sandbox sand, pool leveling sand\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\u003eBrick and stone mortar where smooth, tight joints are required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackyard sandboxes and play areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove-ground pool leveling pads and pool floor padding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaver polymeric joint sand prep and joint sweep-in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 10' × 10' sandbox at 12\" depth needs about 3.7 cubic yards. A 24' round above-ground pool leveling pad at 2\" thick needs roughly 2.8 cubic yards. For mortar, plan on roughly 1 part mason sand to 3 parts portland cement by volume, depending on your mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Mason Sand compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Concrete Sand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mason sand is finer (ASTM C144). Concrete sand is medium-grain (ASTM C33). Mason for mortar and sandboxes; concrete sand for paver bedding and concrete mixes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Paver Sand \/ Coarse Sand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paver sand is coarser still — for paver bedding. Mason sand is too fine to bed pavers but ideal for the joints between them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Stone Dust:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stone dust is angular crushed fines. Mason sand is round\/sub-angular natural sand. Different feel, different applications — never substitute one for the other in spec'd jobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Play Sand (bagged):\u003c\/strong\u003e Bagged \"play sand\" is mason sand by another name (sometimes with additional washing). Buying bulk Mason Sand from a yard is the same product at a fraction of the per-pound cost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Mason Sand safe for sandboxes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Mason sand is washed and screened, low in silt, and the right size for play. Some homeowners prefer to wash bulk sand again on-site with a hose before adding kids — it's optional, the sand is already clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between Mason Sand and Concrete Sand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrain size. Mason sand is finer (meets ASTM C144 for mortar); concrete sand is coarser (meets ASTM C33 for concrete and paver bedding). Don't substitute — mortar made with concrete sand is too gritty; paver bedding made with mason sand floats and shifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use Mason Sand under an above-ground pool?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — it's the traditional pool-pad material. Spread 2\" thick, screed level, tamp lightly before setting the pool liner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much sand for a sandbox?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA standard 4' × 4' sandbox at 12\" depth needs ~0.6 cubic yards (about 1,600 lbs). A 6' × 6' box at 12\" runs ~1.3 yards. Order a touch extra — kids dig more sand out than you'd expect.\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.\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 mason sand 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\/concrete-sand\"\u003econcrete sand\u003c\/a\u003e for ASTM C33-spec mortar and ready-mix work, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ottrsupply.com\/products\/coarse-sand\"\u003ecoarse sand\u003c\/a\u003e when drainage is the priority over fineness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the clean, fine-grain sand contractors and homeowners both come back for.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Mason Sand safe for sandboxes?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"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":46174442684644,"sku":"2001","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/Mason-Sand-0.png?v=1743019182"},{"product_id":"paver-sand","title":"Paver Sand","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaver Sand — Coarse Washed Sand for Patio Bedding, Walkway Bases \u0026amp; Drainage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Paver Sand is the larger-grain washed sand contractors and DIYers use specifically under pavers, flagstone, and patio stone. It's the ICPI-spec bedding layer that lets hardscape stay level for years without shifting. Sold loose by the cubic yard, delivered direct to your driveway or job site across Greater Boston. The bigger grain size drains water fast, which is what you want anywhere drainage is part of the install.\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\u003eCoarse-grain washed sand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally aligns with ASTM C33 fine aggregate \/ ICPI paver bedding\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 (or ~300 sq ft at 1\" paver bedding)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2,600–2,800 lbs\/yd³ (~1.3–1.4 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\u003eICPI paver bedding sand, bedding sand, hardscape sand\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\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaver bedding\u003c\/strong\u003e — the 1\" leveling layer between your compacted base and the pavers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatio \u0026amp; walkway base sand\u003c\/strong\u003e — under flagstone, bluestone, brick, and stamped concrete\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage backfill\u003c\/strong\u003e around foundations, French drains, and downspout extensions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWet-spot remediation\u003c\/strong\u003e in lawns and garden beds where water pools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMixing into heavy clay topsoil\u003c\/strong\u003e to lighten texture and improve drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much paver sand do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a \u003cstrong\u003e12' × 12' paver patio\u003c\/strong\u003e with the standard 1\" sand leveling layer, plan on about \u003cstrong\u003e0.5 cubic yards\u003c\/strong\u003e of paver sand. For a \u003cstrong\u003e30' × 4' walkway\u003c\/strong\u003e, you're looking at \u003cstrong\u003e0.4 cubic yards\u003c\/strong\u003e. For a \u003cstrong\u003eFrench drain trench\u003c\/strong\u003e 50' long × 12\" wide × 18\" deep, roughly \u003cstrong\u003e2.8 cubic yards\u003c\/strong\u003e of drainage backfill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRule of thumb: 1 cubic yard of paver sand covers about 300 square feet at the standard 1\" bedding depth. Order 10–15% extra to account for compaction and edge work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePaver Sand vs Polymeric Sand vs Joint Sand — which do you need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree different sand products do three different jobs in a paver install:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaver Sand (this product)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the coarse washed bedding layer UNDER the pavers. Goes between the compacted base and the paver itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJoint Sand \/ Mason Sand\u003c\/strong\u003e — fine sand swept into the joints BETWEEN pavers. We sell \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mason-sand\"\u003eMason Sand\u003c\/a\u003e for joint work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolymeric Sand\u003c\/strong\u003e — joint sand pre-mixed with binders that activate when wet. Sold in bags by hardscape suppliers; we don't carry it bulk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou need Paver Sand (this) + joint sand for a complete paver install. Plus a compacted base material like our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dense-pack-075-to-minus\"\u003eDense Pack ¾\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e underneath for structural support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Paver Sand compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/coarse-sand\"\u003eCoarse Sand\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Coarse Sand is the broader-spec multi-purpose grade for drainage, traction, equestrian footing, and general fill. Paver Sand is the ICPI-spec hardscape bedding grade specifically tuned for paver and flagstone installs. Pick Paver Sand for hardscape; Coarse Sand for everything else.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/concrete-sand\"\u003eConcrete Sand\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Same material family. \"Paver Sand\" is the trade name for the ICPI-spec bedding grade; \"Concrete Sand\" is the formal ASTM C33 spec name for ready-mix and structural use. Functionally close, with Concrete Sand held to a tighter spec sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mason-sand\"\u003eMason Sand\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Mason sand is finer. Use mason for joints; paver sand for bedding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Stone Dust\u003c\/strong\u003e — Stone dust was the traditional paver bedding material — ICPI guidance now favors paver\/concrete sand because it doesn't shift over time. Stone dust is fine for stepping stones and flagstone in dry-laid applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/septic-sand\"\u003eSeptic Sand\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Septic sand is Title 5-spec for leach fields. Don't substitute for paver bedding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Paver Sand the same as Coarse Sand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSame general material family, but the names point at different use cases at our yard. Paver Sand is the ICPI-spec grade we sell specifically for the bedding layer under pavers and flagstone. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/coarse-sand\"\u003eCoarse Sand\u003c\/a\u003e is the broader-spec multi-purpose grade we sell for drainage, traction, footing, and general fill. Pick the one that matches the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow thick should paver bedding sand be?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1\" per ICPI guidelines — no more, no less. Thicker beds settle and shift. Always screed level before setting pavers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need geotextile fabric under the paver sand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRecommended for long-term performance. Fabric goes between the compacted base and the sand layer, preventing sand from migrating down into the base over years of freeze-thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much sand for a 12 × 12 paver patio?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 0.5 cubic yards at 1\" bedding depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does a cubic yard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 2,600–2,800 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 paver sand 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\/concrete-sand\"\u003eConcrete Sand\u003c\/a\u003e when you need an even tighter spec for under-paver bedding, or our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dense-pack-075-to-minus\"\u003eDense Pack ¾\" to minus\u003c\/a\u003e for the compacted base layer underneath. For non-hardscape applications — drainage, traction, footing, fill — see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/coarse-sand\"\u003eCoarse Sand\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder paver sand today — bulk delivery, no bags, no minimum, the right grain size for the job.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ottr Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46174450811108,"sku":"2002","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/Coarse-Sand.png?v=1743017995"},{"product_id":"riverbed-0-25","title":"Riverbed ¼\" (Rice Stone)","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. Pea gravel is the common name for any small smooth rounded stone in the 1\/4 to 1\/2 inch range. Our Riverbed 1\/4 inch is exactly that, with the New England mixed-earth-tone palette.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I use Riverbed 1\/4 inch in an aquarium?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes — it is natural tumbled stone, not treated or dyed. Rinse thoroughly before use to remove sediment. Safe for freshwater tanks.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Will it scatter underfoot on a walkway?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Some, yes. Smooth round stones roll under shoes more than angular crushed stone. Use edging to contain it.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How deep should I top-dress a container?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"1 inch is typical. 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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":46174469554404,"sku":"4060","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8528\/9700\/files\/Riverbed-Rock-0.25.png?v=1743018652"},{"product_id":"riverbed-0-375","title":"Riverbed ⅜\" (Pea Stone)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRiverbed ⅜\" — Smooth Stone for Walkways \u0026amp; Decorative Ground Cover\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRiverbed ⅜\" is the just-right size for garden walkways and decorative beds where the smooth, natural-stone look is the whole point. 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. 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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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Whether you're a homeowner pouring a small slab, a contractor batching mortar, or a paver installer who needs sand that locks in joints without floating, this is the workhorse pick.\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\u003eMedium-grain washed silica sand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeets ASTM C33 fine aggregate requirements\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 (or ~300 sq ft at 1\" paver bedding)\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\u003eASTM C33 sand, C33 fine aggregate, paver bedding sand, ICPI bedding sand\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\u003eReady-mix and bagged concrete batches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrick, block, and stone mortar mixes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnder-paver bedding (ICPI-spec interlocking concrete pavement)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoint sweep-in on permeable paver installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 100 sq ft of paver patio with the ICPI-recommended 1\" sand bedding, plan on about 0.31 cubic yards — round up to 0.5 yards to allow for screeding waste. For a 4\" thick concrete slab 10' × 10', you'll need about 0.62 yards of sand as part of the mix design (plus aggregate and cement).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Concrete Sand compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Mason Sand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mason sand is finer (ASTM C144) — for mortar, joint sweep, and sandboxes. Concrete sand is medium-grain (ASTM C33) — for concrete and paver bedding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Paver Sand (Coarse Washed):\u003c\/strong\u003e Same product family. Some yards label coarser washed sand \"paver sand\"; the ASTM C33 spec is the technical name. Functionally equivalent for paver bedding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Septic Sand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Septic sand has a Title 5 gradation specific to leach fields. Concrete sand is the general-purpose engineered fine aggregate. Don't substitute septic for concrete or vice versa in spec'd jobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Stone Dust:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stone dust is angular crushed fines. Concrete sand is round\/sub-angular natural sand. ICPI guidance now favors concrete sand over stone dust for paver bedding because it doesn't shift over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Concrete Sand the same as ASTM C33?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — our Concrete Sand meets the ASTM C33 fine aggregate gradation. When a spec calls for \"ASTM C33 sand\" or \"C33 fine aggregate,\" this is the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use Concrete Sand for paver bedding?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — it's the ICPI-preferred bedding sand for interlocking concrete pavers. Spread 1\" thick over your compacted Dense Pack base, screed level, set pavers on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between Concrete Sand and Mason Sand for mortar?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConcrete sand makes a stronger mortar but a slightly grittier finish. Mason sand is fine enough for smooth-finish joints. Most pros use mason sand for finish mortar work and concrete sand for ready-mix and structural applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much Concrete Sand do I need for a small concrete slab?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 10' × 10' × 4\" slab takes about 1.2 cubic yards of total mix (sand + aggregate + cement). Sand portion alone is about 0.62 yards. 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We deliver concrete sand throughout \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\/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\/mason-sand\"\u003emason sand\u003c\/a\u003e for finer mortar work and joint applications, or 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 your bedding layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today — the spec-grade sand for concrete, mortar, and pro-grade paver work.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Concrete Sand the same as ASTM C33?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes — our Concrete Sand meets the ASTM C33 fine aggregate gradation. 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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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