Guides & Material Info
Fast answers for homeowners and contractors: pick the right material, estimate tonnage, and understand what affects delivered pricing.
Notes: Minimum order is 12 tons per product. We don't mix different products on the same truckload.
How Delivered Pricing Works (and Why Bigger Loads Often Lower $/Ton)
Understand what affects delivered pricing: material availability, distance, order size, and why quotes can beat online pricing for large jobs.
How Many Tons of Rock Do I Need? (Simple Steps + Examples)
Estimate tons of rock from length × width × depth. Includes quick examples and common mistakes for bulk stone delivery.
Tons vs Yards for Rock: Simple Conversions + Ordering Tips
Ordering rock by the ton? Here’s how tons relate to cubic yards, what changes the conversion, and how to order accurately for bulk delivery.
Driveway Base Rock Guide: What to Use Under Gravel (and Why)
A simple guide to choosing driveway base materials: clean stone vs with fines, compaction basics, and what to ask for when ordering.
Clean Crushed Stone vs “Crusher Run” (Stone With Fines): What’s the Difference?
Clean/washed stone drains; stone with fines compacts. Here’s how to choose the right material for driveways, bases, drainage, and job sites.
Washed Stone vs Stone With Fines: What “Clean” Actually Means
A quick guide to “washed/clean” aggregate vs “with fines” materials—how they behave, where they perform best, and what to order.
What Is AB3 Aggregate? (Plain-English Guide for Job Sites)
AB3 is a common base aggregate for roads, pads, and construction. Here’s what it is, where it’s used, and what to ask for when ordering.
Sand Types Explained: Masonry Sand vs Concrete Sand vs Fill Sand
Not all sand is the same. Here’s how masonry, concrete, and fill sands differ—what they’re used for, and what to ask for when ordering bulk.
Limestone vs River Rock (Alluvial Stone): Which One Should You Use?
A clear comparison of limestone vs river rock for landscaping and commercial installs—durability, drainage, appearance, and long‑term value.
River Rock Sizes Explained (1–2”, 2–4”, 2–6”) + Best Uses
A practical guide to choosing the right river rock size for landscaping beds, drainage, and commercial installs—plus what to order by the ton.
Where to Use Decorative River Rock (Beds, Drainage, Paths + More)
A practical guide to where decorative river rock works best, what size to choose, and how to avoid common installation mistakes.
Planting in River Rock Gardens (Central Plains Guide for Beds and Trees)
Yes, you can plant in river rock beds. Learn depth, fabric tips, drainage considerations, and practical planting guidance for Central Plains climates.
How to Maintain River Rock Landscaping (Weeds, Leaves, Color + Edges)
River rock is low maintenance, not zero maintenance. Here’s how to keep beds clean, reduce weeds, and keep your install looking sharp season after season.
How Bulk River Rock Is Processed (Screened, Washed, Sized) Before Delivery
A behind-the-scenes look at how river rock is typically washed, screened, and sized into consistent products—so what you order matches what arrives.