Articles on Aggregate

Check out our articles on how to use construction aggregate in your construction, home renovation and gardening projects.

Fire pit and loungers on a beach.
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How to Build a Beach Sand Patio

Building a patio out of sand is an innovative way to create a relaxing, beach-like ambiance, especially for those that don’t live anywhere near the coast or a nice beach. This comprehensive guide discusses the benefits and limitations of building a beach sand patio, and provides detailed instructions for building

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A rustic gravel patio with fire pit and benches made of bricks and timber.
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How to Build a Pea Gravel Patio

Creating a pea gravel patio in your backyard offers a blend of natural beauty and practical functionality. This comprehensive guide delves into the pros and cons of choosing pea gravel, also known as pea rock or washed rock, over other materials and provides a step-by-step approach to building your own

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Car parked on top of a gravel driveway.
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Gravel Driveway: Installation, Maintenance & More

Gravel driveways offer a blend of aesthetic charm and practicality, making them a favoured choice for some homeowners. This comprehensive guide delves into their cost-effectiveness and natural appearance to the intricacies of installation and upkeep. Whether you are considering a new gravel driveway or seeking to maintain an existing one,

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Colourful backyard incorporating gravel in the design.
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What’s a Gravel Garden & How to Make One

A gravel garden is a unique and attractive landscaping option that is becoming increasingly popular. In this article, we will explain this particular gardening practice, and its advantages, and provide a step-by-step guide on how to create a beautiful gravel garden of your own. What is a Gravel Garden? When

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Gravel walkway leading to a modern house.
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How to Lay a Gravel Path in Your Garden

Putting in a gravel path can be a cost-effective way of providing access to your garden or yard while maintaining a natural look. It’s a relatively easy landscaping project that you and your family can undertake over a weekend and requires little maintenance afterward. However, there is still some prep

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Plant sprouting from topsoil.
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How to Amend Fresh Topsoil Before Planting

Spring is approaching, and gardening season is almost here. However, before you start planting, it’s a good idea to test and amend newly purchased topsoil. This guide is also helpful for amending existing soil in your garden. Even if you had great success in previous years, the soil does lose

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Top soil lab samples.
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Our Top Soil Test Results & Basics in Plant Nutrients

According to Michigan State University, topsoil that is dark and free of weed isn’t necessarily good. The only way to know for sure is to have it analyzed,  which is why we test our top soil from time to time to ensure quality. And to help you understand what you’re

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Topsoil in a wagon beside a garden bed.
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Using Topsoil for Gardening and Landscaping

When planning a gardening or landscaping project, it’s essential to choose a suitable material. One of the most popular products is topsoil, which has many residential and commercial projects. Using it correctly will help you grow healthy and long-lasting lawns, flowers, plants, and trees. What is Topsoil? Just as its

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Small paved patio with furniture.
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The Difference Between Fill Sand & Fill Dirt

Fill sand and fill dirt sound similar by name but have different uses in building and landscaping projects. Before deciding which one to use, it helps understand how they are different in terms of properties and suitable applications. To help you choose, we’ll go over what fill sand and dirt

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Parked cars covered in snow.
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Using a Salt Sand Mix for Icy Surfaces

Saskatchewan gets long and snowy winters every year, and we need to be prepared with the right tools to survive the season. Whenever there are freezing temperatures and precipitation, there’s a danger for icy surfaces. Our clients often ask us whether they should use salt or sand for icy surfaces,

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