Although we knew we wanted to lay a gravel driveway, we really didn’t want to end up with gravel everywhere or end up with an uneven surface every time we drove or walked across it which is why we opted to install gravel grids. Basically, they are mats with little pockets that get ...
Follow these steps to install a pea gravel driveway in as little as one day. Step 1 - The Prep Work Decide on the shape of your pea gravel parking area. Short driveways are the simplest since they tend to be a straight line. Longer driveways require a bit more work since they're ...
How to Repair a Gravel Driveway With a Boxblade.: In this video I show how to use a boxblade to repair a rain-damaged driveway.
The No. 1 strategy to prevent water runoff from washing the gravel off a driveway is to install an appropriate drainage system. The characteristics of the system you need depend on the topography, but in most cases you'll want a French drain that runs down the middle or edge of the driv...
Depressed Loading Dock – a.k.a. Declined Approach Depressed docks with slope driveways are used where building construction eliminates basements and dock level floors. Caution must be exercised in planning the grade of the driveway. It should not exceed 10% in order that the top of the truck...
Pour a 3-inch layer of gravel into the bottom of the excavation area. Drag a two-by-four across the sand until you have an even layer all the way across. Fill the spaces between the pavers with sand, and use a broom to sweep any excess sand off the surface of your pavers. ...
However, we want you to keep one thing in mind: a leaf blower is able to clear your gravel driveway from snow in a few minutes. But it will only work best on fresh and dry snow! Leaf blowers will be absolutely useless on any ice buildups, unfortunately. ...
Here are more factors that contribute to the total cost of installing a driveway: Size:The average 2-car driveway in the U.S. is 16 x 40 feet, or a total of 640 square feet. Many driveways may be larger or smaller, depending on the distance from the garage or house to the street...
Breeze-blocks are another term for concrete or cinder blocks. These blocks are often used to build walls in retail or industrial buildings and as basement or foundation walls in residential housing. Breeze-blocks are widely used because they are strong,
Gravel or sand pit: In lieu of a platform, dig a pit 2 to 3 inches deep. Fill the pit with gravel or sand and smooth the top to create a flat, level surface on which to place the barrel. Pro tip: If you want to use your rain barrel to power a soaker hose or drip irrigation...