Showing posts with label aggregates. Show all posts
Showing posts with label aggregates. Show all posts

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

How Big is a Ton of rock???

    Many people like to think one ton of gravel is a whole lot. It sounds like a like doesn't it? One ton is 2,000 pounds so it is easy to let our imaginations run wild by believing it is an enormous amount. Truth be told, when it comes to gravel, one whole ton is nothing large at all. But we ask ourselves, how much can one ton of gravel cover? The simple answer is to assume you have a bare ground with no other gravel and you spread the one ton of rock and it should fill up a 10ft x 10ft space with approximately 2 inches of depth. AZ Rock Depot Calculator is an easy to use tool when it comes to deciding how much material you would need. 



Monday, September 25, 2023

The Many ways you can use Mortar Sand

     What makes Mortar Sand different from other sands? For starters, Mortar Sand is also known as: Mason Sand, Playground Sand, Arena Sand, Masonry Sand, etc. It already has multiples names which helps to understand its multiuse purposes. Compared to other sands, mortar sand is first commonly known for being super fine. It is not thick or course, the grain is very thin, soft, and fine. This is what majority of playgrounds use for their sandboxes. Majority of horse owners/trainers use this for their arenas. Pool companies prefer this to place underneath when installing a new pool. Volleyball courts, beach themes, use this sand. Contractors prefer this for new paver installation, outdoor travertine touch ups, mortar mix, base for pathways, and more. Therefore Mortar Sand is unique for its many different names and many uses. Visit our website or stop by our location to see this and many other materials in person! 


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Decorative Landscape Boulders

 What is the big deal when it comes to boulders? Landscaping boulders can be a beautiful decorative accent to any outdoor landscape area. Bo...