How Do You Build A Rock Driveway?
A rock driveway is a great way to create not only a means to access your property but to also add to your landscape design. At one point, gravel drives were pretty much limited to dark or gray rock materials, which did not add much to the overall landscaping. However, the materials today feature hues of gray, brown and reds that add to and accentuate the overall landscaping plan. To build a rock driveway you need to consider the material to be used, the path of the driveway and any slopes or angles to be addressed. With a small front end loader or dozer from a rental center, remove about 1 foot of the dirt from the path the driveway will follow. Make sure to remove all roots, stumps and other material that may rot and cause sink holes later on. Compact the freshly scraped soil either with a power tamp or roller, or by making several passes with the loader or dozer. Watch for signs of the earth shifting or rippling in areas, which will indicate the soil needs much more compaction. Lay d
