ᐅ Construction of a driveway using gravel, crushed stone, and paving stones?
Created on: 19 Jul 2016 17:06
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andimann
Hi everyone,
What is the recommended construction for the subbase of the driveway?
Our excavation contractor will be back soon with the excavator to install the utility lines. At the same time, he will level the driveway to the correct height.
His rough rule-of-thumb suggestion for driveable surfaces:
25–30 cm (10–12 inches) crushed stone
5 cm (2 inches) gravel
8 cm (3 inches) paving stones
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38–43 cm (15–17 inches) total build-up
His rough rule-of-thumb suggestion for pedestrian paths:
15 cm (6 inches) crushed stone
5 cm (2 inches) gravel
8 cm (3 inches) paving stones
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28 cm (11 inches) total build-up
The foundations for the carport are already in place and are significantly deeper. This buildup would only apply to the paved surfaces.
Does this seem reasonable?
Thanks and best regards,
Andreas
What is the recommended construction for the subbase of the driveway?
Our excavation contractor will be back soon with the excavator to install the utility lines. At the same time, he will level the driveway to the correct height.
His rough rule-of-thumb suggestion for driveable surfaces:
25–30 cm (10–12 inches) crushed stone
5 cm (2 inches) gravel
8 cm (3 inches) paving stones
----------
38–43 cm (15–17 inches) total build-up
His rough rule-of-thumb suggestion for pedestrian paths:
15 cm (6 inches) crushed stone
5 cm (2 inches) gravel
8 cm (3 inches) paving stones
----------
28 cm (11 inches) total build-up
The foundations for the carport are already in place and are significantly deeper. This buildup would only apply to the paved surfaces.
Does this seem reasonable?
Thanks and best regards,
Andreas
Paving stones with joints are also not waterproof. At the latest, the crushed sand underneath will stop the water. So you might as well put recycling material underneath.
Usually, landscape gardeners know how to do it properly (you just have it done) or you can find the appropriate standard with a Google search.
Usually, landscape gardeners know how to do it properly (you just have it done) or you can find the appropriate standard with a Google search.