{"title":"Base \u0026 Compaction","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"limestone-0-34-granular-a","title":"Granular A Limestone (0-3\/4\") – Premium Driveway Base","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGranular A Limestone (0-3\/4\") – Premium Driveway Base\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gold Standard for Driveways in Southwestern Ontario.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to building a driveway that lasts, stability is everything. Our 0-3\/4\" Crushed Limestone, widely known across the industry as Granular A, is the essential building block for load-bearing surfaces. Unlike \"clear\" stones which remain loose, this engineered aggregate is a precise blend of 3\/4-inch angular stones and fine limestone dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"0\" in 0-3\/4\" represents the fines. When this material is spread and compacted, the fine particles fill the voids between the larger stones. Once dampened and tamped, the limestone dust acts as a binding agent, cementing the aggregate into a solid, hardened surface that is nearly impervious to shifting. This makes it superior to round stones or clear gravels for any area where vehicles will drive or park.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy It’s Essential for Essex \u0026amp; Kent County Soils\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur region is famous for heavy clay soil which expands when wet and shrinks when dry. A flexible, compacted base of Granular A moves with the ground while maintaining structural integrity, preventing the ruts and sinkholes common in poorly constructed driveways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDriveway Top-Dressing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The ideal top layer for refreshing an existing gravel laneway.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterlock \u0026amp; Patio Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides the firm, level surface required before laying bedding sand and pavers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShoulder Gravel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for stabilizing the edges of rural roads and farm lanes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e For best results, install in 2-3 inch layers (lifts) and compact each layer with a vibratory plate tamper or heavy roller. 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Featuring a slightly coarser gradation than standard 0–3\/4\" (Granular A), this mix includes crushed angular rock up to 7\/8\", blended with the fines needed for tight compaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Heavy-Duty Advantage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe increased stone size in this matrix provides higher shear strength, meaning it is more resistant to being pushed around by heavy tires. This makes it a strong choice for agricultural laneways, commercial parking areas, and long rural driveways that see frequent delivery truck traffic. It also helps bridge softer subsoils, creating a “raft” that distributes point loads and reduces the chance of tires sinking into clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm laneways:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports tractors and heavy machinery with less displacement over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial parking and access lanes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Durable base material for higher-traffic zones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft ground stabilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e The larger aggregate bites into softer ground better than finer mixes, helping firm up wet or spongy areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose 0–7\/8\" Instead of 0–3\/4\"?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are parking standard passenger cars, 0–3\/4\" typically provides a smoother finish. 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This mix includes everything from fines (dust) up to 2\" stone, allowing it to lock together tightly while also providing the strength needed for deeper construction layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Southwestern Ontario, a proper sub-base matters. Heavy clay soils and freeze-thaw cycles can cause shifting and heaving, especially when a driveway or patio base is built too thin. A thicker layer of 0–2\" helps spread loads, stabilize soft subgrade, and reduce movement that can lead to rutting, cracking, or settling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew driveway construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Often used as the bottom 6–12 inches of a full driveway build before adding a smoother top layer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep fill and grade building:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cost-effective for filling deeper excavations, raising low areas, and building up rough grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft ground stabilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps bridge wet or spongy subgrade better than smaller stones, making it useful where clay holds moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad base and heavy-use areas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for base layers under areas that see heavier loads or frequent traffic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of the larger stone size, 0–2\" does not finish smooth and is designed to be buried. 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It is produced by crushing and screening reclaimed road pavement to a consistent 0–3\/4\" size, creating a compactable blend that performs differently than limestone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets recycled asphalt apart is the residual bitumen (tar) still present in the material. 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This blend ranges from fines up to 3\" pieces, creating a coarse, compactable mix that is well suited for building up grade, stabilizing soft ground, and creating a solid base under structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause crushed concrete is highly angular, it locks together aggressively once placed. 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