Type 2 Limestone (loose tipped)

Type 2 (SHW 804) - Blended Sub-base Material

What is Type 2 Sub-base? Specification-Grade Foundation Material

Type 2 sub-base (SHW 804) is a professionally blended limestone aggregate combining Type 1 material with scalpings to create a versatile foundation product. Conforming to BS EN 13285 standards, this sub-base provides reliable support for pathways and lighter-duty driveways, offering a middle ground between premium Type 1 and economical scalpings.

Technical Specifications:

• Standard: SHW Clause 804 compliant
• Grading: Blended 0-40mm aggregate
• Composition: Type 1 + selected scalpings
• Certification: BS EN 13285 unbound mixtures

When to Choose Type 2 Over Other Sub-bases

Type 2 vs Type 1:

• Type 2: More economical for light-duty applications
• Type 1: Superior for heavy traffic and commercial use
• Cost Difference: Type 2 typically 15-20% less expensive

Type 2 vs Scalpings:

• Type 2: Certified specification material
• Scalpings: Budget option without certification
• Performance: Type 2 offers guaranteed consistency

Applications for Type 2

Recommended Uses:

• Residential Pathways - Ideal for foot traffic areas
• Light-Use Driveways - Suitable for cars (not HGVs)
• Patio Bases - Stable foundation for paving
• Garden Buildings - Shed and greenhouse bases
• Temporary Access Roads - Construction site tracks

Not Recommended For:

• Heavy commercial traffic
• Areas requiring Type 1 specification
• Critical drainage applications

Coverage & Ordering Information

• Compaction Rate: 2.2 tonnes per m³ (compacted)
• Coverage: 100mm depth = 0.22 tonnes per m²
• Minimum Order: 200 tonnes (Not regularly available locally we recommend Type 1)
• Bulk Loads: Available for delivery in 20 tonne loads for major projects

Delivery Options Throughout Thames Valley

• Small Loads: Perfect for DIY projects and repairs
• Bulk Delivery: Cost-effective for larger construction sites
• Coverage Areas: Thatcham, Newbury, Reading, and all surrounding Berkshire villages
• Same-Day Delivery: Available for urgent requirements (subject to availability)

There is a 200 tonne minimum delivery on this product. 1 tonne is 1000kg in weight. This material is supplied loose tipped. We can offer this in 20 tonne loads and 28 tonne artic loads.

We deliver our certified high quality Type 2 to Thatcham, Newbury, Reading and all the surrounding towns and villages around Berkshire, North Hampshire and Southern Oxfordshire.

We have over 40 years experience supplying aggregates to get a quote please call 01635 865679. If you are a trade customer we do offer trade discount.