Which Stone Do I Need? Gravel & Sand Guide by Project
Not sure which gravel to order? Find your project below to see the stone our customers use for it. Every stone is delivered free to your driveway (white decorative stone has a $150 delivery fee). Stone and sand are sold by the ton.
| Your project | Best choice | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Driveway (new or rebuilt base) | #21A / Crusher Run | Fines lock together and pack down into a firm base |
| Driveway (top coat or refresh) | 3/4" Blue Stone #57 | Clean, angular stone that drains and stays put |
| Shed or AC pad base | #21A / Crusher Run, or #57 for drainage | Level, compactable footing |
| Paver patio or walkway base | #21A base, then a layer of Mason Sand | Base for strength, sand to set pavers level |
| French drain, downspout or wet spot | 3/4" Blue Stone #57 or 3/4" River Wash | Open gaps let water move through |
| Garden path or between stepping stones | Stone Dust or 3/8" Pea Gravel | Stone dust packs firm; pea gravel is soft underfoot |
| Dog run or fire pit area | 3/8" Pea Gravel or 3/4" River Wash | Smooth, rounded stone that is easy on paws and feet |
| Decorative beds | Delaware River Jack (3/4" or 1–3"), River Washed Gravel, Red #57 or White Decorative Gravel | Color and texture that will not blow away like mulch |
| Dry creek bed | Delaware River Jack 1–3" and 3–5", with Maryland River Rock 4–8" | Mixed sizes look natural |
| Steep slope or erosion control | 1½–3½" Blue Stone, Surge Stone or River Rock 4–8" | Heavy stone stays in place in runoff |
| Gabion baskets or retaining walls | Gabion Blue Stone 6–12" | Sized to fill wire baskets / Drainage |
| Sandbox | White Play Sand | Soft, clean, light-colored |
| Mortar or masonry work | Mason Sand | Fine and uniform |
| Mixing concrete | Concrete Sand | Coarse grains bond with cement |
| Playground surface | Playground Mulch / Playground Wood Chips / Pea Gravel | Cushions falls |
How much do I need?
A ton of gravel covers about 100 square feet at 2 inches deep, or about 70 square feet at 3 inches. Use our calculator for an exact number, or give us a call and we will work it out.
Tons or yards?
Stone and sand are sold by the ton, and mulch, topsoil and compost by the cubic yard. One cubic yard of gravel weighs about 1.4 tons.
Want to see the color first?
Every product page on our website has photos showing the color and size. Browse stone & gravel or bulk sand.
Questions about minimums, delivery days or where we dump? See our delivery FAQ.