Still you ll want to slope the decomposed granite away from the house 1 8 to 1 4 per foot to insure that water doesn t come back into the house.
Installing crushed granite patio.
Use a tape measure to work out the exact distances.
The sharp irregular rocks gradually bind together under compaction to form a stable surface.
Spread the rock decomposed granite is perfect for the patio surface.
A successful installation depends on excavating and flattening a well drained spot.
Place your first stake near to the house or walkway where the patio begins and then measure out the length of the patio.
I ve done 100 s of decomposed granite patios and walkways in northern california and learned a few things as i went along.
Repeat the entire process allowing each layer to dry for 8 hours until you obtain at least a 2 inch layer of decomposed granite.
Compact the surface firmly using the plate compactor.
Sprinkle enough water over the top of the granite to keep it moist using the garden hose.
That made for a semi successful installation because in the winter your walkway was mushy at best.
Install 2 of dg wet it and plate com.
Decomposed granite and rain when thinking about installing a decomposed granite patio or other paved surface in your yard it is important to consider your climate.
When i first began the industry didn t have a hardener that you could add.
After surrounding the area with edging to hold the granite in place fill in the hole and smooth out the material to create a level finish.
Begin by marking out the area where you want the decomposed granite patio to go.
This video shows how decomposed granite is professionally installed.
How to install decomposed granite a 4 inch to 6 inch layer of gravel will provide a strong base for the following layers of decomposed granite on areas that will receive a lot of foot or vehicle.
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Apply a 1 2 inch layer of decomposed granite over the gravel layer.
Crushed rock or stone is a form of gravel often used for walkways and landscape borders but it can make an efficient and cost effective patio.
The finished surface is great for gardens driveways patios and many other projects.