Driveways & Parking Strips

More and more people are looking for alternatives to traditional driveways. There has been a strong and increasing demand for our red and tan shale material for driveways. One of our first driveways was in Winnipeg, Manitoba!

Size Needed:

3/8" Minus Red Shale

Benefits:

  • Very inexpensive in comparison to asphalt or cement
  • Absorbs moisture well, avoid muddy tracks
  • Easier to walk on than cement or asphalt (more cushioned)
  • Retains its natural color
  • Reduces maintenance costs

Measuring how much you will need:

  • 1 Cubic yard @ 2 inches thick covers 162 sq. ft.

Installation:

  • 3/8" Minus Red Shale Dust - minimum of 3 to 4 inches of dust over a well compacted clay sand base
  • Proper drainage