Figure on 4 to 6 inches of base stone dust decomposed granite or similar material that compacts under machine pressure.
Uneven decomposed granite.
These tiny pieces develop a reddish tinge and have a very gravel like appearance.
When the granite breaks down it forms a lot of tiny pieces.
Double check your area for high and low spots fill or flatten if uneven.
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For patios driveways and other areas that experience heavy foot traffic try installing a 6 in 15 cm for extra durability.
A 4 in 10 cm depth is a good starting point for most pathways.
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You should be able to level it so that the ground is the same on one side as on the other.
Add additional base if needed.
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If you don t dig deeply enough the granite layer could end up being shallow or uneven.
When the granite feels hard.
You ll add more granite as it compacts to keep the excavated area full.
It is simply granite aggregates without any additives.
Take down high areas with a rake add base material for low spots.
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Decomposed granite is not actually granite that has decomposed.
Spread around 3 to 4 inches of the material on top of the gravel remembering to regularly even it up using the rake.
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Create a shallow area about 8 to 12 inches below where you plan the top of the decomposed granite to meet with surrounding garden beds or grassy areas.
Holding the end of the rod bash the metal plate straight down against the granite repeatedly.
Step 3 apply the granite.
Decomposed granite is like gravel but finer and generally more stable.
Depending on where you plan to install the.
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For the most active sports cow horse roping barrel racing the deeper footing may be best while the shallower depths work for reining and other western.
Right from the look to even the feel and texture.
Once you have done this you can then add the layer of decomposed granite.
For the footing 2 to 4 inches atop the base is fairly standard.
Natural or loose decomposed granite is the least expensive type of dg.
Natural dg is commonly used in landscapes for mulching patios garden paths and play areas or sport surfaces.