This site actually states if you lay deco.
Compact decomposed granite on concrete base.
Decomposed infers organic which is why i ve answered with some reserve.
Remember to smooth out each layer before adding water.
Decomposed granite is not actually granite that has decomposed.
This results in dg changing its form from loose to muddy.
If you mix a hardener with the decomposed granite apply half inch at a time compacting it.
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This process doesn t occur with gravels.
Lay 75 100mm of roadbase and compact then add 50mm layer of deco granite stabilised with off white cement.
Repeat layering and compacting the granite until the hole is filled.
Deco granite granules are quite fine around 3mm or less and if you imagine the finish on a clay tennis court then you will have a good idea as to what it the finished product looks like.
This combination has a high tendency of fusing together with the presence of water.
The quarry where it is found determines its color and it can come in a lot of very pleasing hues.
Decomposed infers organic which is why i ve answered with some reserve.
Lay minimum 100mm of deco granite no road base required.
Crushed granite has a finer texture than gravel.
Decomposed granite is a popular material for outdoor ground finishes.
Decomposed granite has sizes of a quarter inch to a fine sand consistency.
Decomposed granite tends to get muddy during the winter when there is high rainfall.
Deco can be used as a compacting material but is not as efficient as roadbase or crusher dust.
When the granite breaks down it forms a lot of tiny pieces.
Yes and you must use a road base first compacting them both as you apply.
You will also need to wait for each layer to dry.
Decomposed granite is a versatile material decomposed granite is granite that has broken down over long periods of time into material that is pebble sized or like grit.
Add another layer of granite soak it and then compact it.
In fact it is a result of the mere breaking of a granite stone.
These tiny pieces develop a reddish tinge and have a very gravel like appearance.
If decomposed granite is crushed stone or sometimes referred to as stone dust it would be a perfect base for pavers.