What is 10mm gravel used for?

10mm Shingle or 'Pea Shingle' is primarily used for decorative purposes and drainage, but is a versatile product in a number of ways. As a small aggregate with a large surface area, our 10mm shingle is an ideal aggregate for use in/with other materials such as fine concrete.

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How to choose between 10mm and 20mm shingle

At Eco Sustainable Solutions, we supply two kinds of shingle, 10mm and 20mm variants. When do you use each one? Which one should you choose?

We’re here to help you decipher the lingo and help you make the most informed decision that you can.

10mm Shingle

10mm Shingle or ‘Pea Shingle’ is primarily used for decorative purposes and drainage, but is a versatile product in a number of ways.

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As a small aggregate with a large surface area, our 10mm shingle is an ideal aggregate for use in/with other materials such as fine concrete.

Drainage, soakaways and pipe laying

The small form factor of the 10mm shingle is ideal for drainage, as it fills small gaps and makes the most of the area.

Decorative

Our 10mm shingle has a pleasing aesthetic that will brighten up any garden border, help suppress weeds, retain moisture and protect against frost.

20mm Shingle

We suggest 20mm for driveways, but it’s also great for a number of other uses:

Driveways

The larger particle size of the 20mm shingle means that it’s much less likely to get stuck in tyres or shoes. This means that it doesn’t get transferred to unwanted areas and stays where it should for much longer. It’s also much kinder on your pet’s paws.

Easier to spread

20mm shingle is much easier to spread across a large area and hide mounds and valleys well.

Drainage, soakaways and pipe laying

Our 20mm shingle is great for large drainage applications where you need to support a heavy pipe or fill a soakaway. The larger particle size creates an aerated layer, which allows a large volume of water to fill these voids before saturation. If you’re unsure as to which shingle to use in which application, please contact us.

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How much does a 20kg bag of gravel cover?

0.5m2 For example, 20 kilograms of pebbles may cover only 0.5m2, and please do remember it does vary on the depth of the gravel or aggregate used.

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How do I calculate how much gravel I need? To calculate the weight needed to cover your specific area, such as pathways or driveways with our gravel or pebbles, you will need to know the length, width and depth of your space. By calculating the size of your outdoor space, our calculator will let you find an estimate which will help you while completing the order.

Calculator – How much do I need?

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Area Volume Weight 20KG Bags - - - -

Please notes the purpose of the calculator is to provide a rough estimate. Simplest Gravel Calculator In The UK For example, if you want to cover 1m2 ( 1 meter x 1 meter) of your area of depth 50mm, you will need approximately 100kg of pebbles or gravel. On the other side, the depth of 30mm will need 60 kilograms. However, we do recommend a depth of at least 50mm for better results. Fraction 10/30mm 30/60mm 60/100mm 1m 2 3 Bags (50-60kg) 4 Bags (60-80kg) 5 Bags (80-100kg)

How much does a 20kg bag of gravel cover?

As heavy as it may sound, 20 kilograms or 50 pounds is not a lot when we look at the area we want to decorate in meters squared. Therefore, it is essential to understand the weight factor. For example, 20 kilograms of pebbles may cover only 0.5m2, and please do remember it does vary on the depth of the gravel or aggregate used. Do not feel discouraged. The final results are excellent! Yes, we've created a calculator with all our products in mind. You only need to select the depth depending on the decorative aggregate.