What are 20mm Limestone Chippings?
Our 10 - 20mm grey limestone chippings offer exceptional value and performance for driveways and landscaping projects. This angular grey limestone provides superior stability compared to rounded gravels, with its distinctive colour transformation from light grey when dry to dramatic dark grey when wet creating visual interest throughout changing weather conditions.
Key Features:
- Size Grade: 10-20mm angular
- Colour Range: Light to dark grey with occasional white/pink
- Shape Advantage: Angular particles lock together
- Weather Effect: Attractive wet-look transformation
Why Choose Limestone Over Local Flint?
Superior Performance:
- Stability: Angular shape prevents movement on slopes
- Compaction: Self-binding properties over time
- Durability: Harder wearing than flint gravels
- Maintenance: Less frequent top-ups required
- Traction: Better grip for vehicles
Aesthetic Advantages:
- Colour Consistency: More uniform than mixed flint
- Modern Appeal: Contemporary grey tones
- Wet-Look Effect: Enhanced appearance in rain
- Professional Finish: Crisp, clean appearance
Ideal Applications
Residential Uses:
- Sloping Driveways - Excellent stability on gradients
- Modern Gardens - Contemporary colour palette
- Pathway Surfacing - Non-slip angular texture
- Decorative Borders - Striking contrast with plants
- Parking Areas - Heavy-duty surface
Commercial Applications:
- Business Entrances - Professional appearance
- Public Pathways - Low maintenance
- Landscape Features - Architectural styling
- SUDS Systems - Drainage applications
Alternative Names
Also Known As:
- Priora Chippings - When used for permeable paving
- Aquapave Chippings - Drainage applications
- Angular Limestone - Technical description
Coverage Calculations:
- Standard Depth: 40mm for driveways
- Coverage Rate: 12-14m² per tonne
- Bulk Density: 1.68 tonnes per m³
SUDS & Permeable Paving Uses:
- Joint Filling: Maintains permeability
- Bedding Layer: Under permeable blocks
- Sub-base: Drainage layer component
- Specification: Meets manufacturer requirements
Why Rail Import Keeps Costs Down
- Bulk Transport: Efficient long-distance delivery
- Central Distribution: Strategic rail heads
- Consistent Supply: Year-round availability
- Quality Control: Single source consistency
- Environmental: Lower carbon footprint