Expert contractors recommend applying and compact several inches of road base so that is it hard then lay the decomposed granite two inches thick and compact it.
Compact decomposed granite on concrete base.
Decomposed infers organic which is why i ve answered with some reserve.
Remember to smooth out each layer before adding water.
Decomposed infers organic which is why i ve answered with some reserve.
If you mix a hardener with the decomposed granite apply half inch at a time compacting it.
Decomposed granite has sizes of a quarter inch to a fine sand consistency.
Lay 75 100mm of roadbase and compact then add 50mm layer of deco granite stabilised with off white cement.
Add another layer of granite soak it and then compact it.
Decomposed granite is not actually granite that has decomposed.
Crushed granite has a finer texture than gravel.
If decomposed granite is crushed stone or sometimes referred to as stone dust it would be a perfect base for pavers.
When the granite breaks down it forms a lot of tiny pieces.
Decomposed granite is a versatile material decomposed granite is granite that has broken down over long periods of time into material that is pebble sized or like grit.
This results in dg changing its form from loose to muddy.
Often called decomposed granite the small pieces compact more smoothly than coarse gravel although both materials are packed the same way.
In fact it is a result of the mere breaking of a granite stone.
Repeat layering and compacting the granite until the hole is filled.
These tiny pieces develop a reddish tinge and have a very gravel like appearance.
Yes and you must use a road base first compacting them both as you apply.
The quarry where it is found determines its color and it can come in a lot of very pleasing hues.
Decomposed granite is a popular material for outdoor ground finishes.
Deco can be used as a compacting material but is not as efficient as roadbase or crusher dust.
Lay minimum 100mm of deco granite no road base required.
This process doesn t occur with gravels.
This site actually states if you lay deco.
This combination has a high tendency of fusing together with the presence of water.
Decomposed granite tends to get muddy during the winter when there is high rainfall.
You will also need to wait for each layer to dry.