{"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. This ensures maximum density and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Phatty's Landscape Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48366412955891,"sku":null,"price":176.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0799\/6856\/7539\/files\/granular-a-limestone-0-34-driveway-base.png?v=1772402820","url":"https:\/\/phattys.ca\/products\/limestone-0-34-granular-a","provider":"Phatty's Landscape Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}