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#5 Stone (1/2″ To 3/4″, Smoky)

Category: #5 Stone

📏 Product Specifications

Size Range 1/2" To 3/4"
Color Smoky
Category #5 Stone

🏗️ Applications & Uses

Driveway base ✓ Recommended
Drainage systems ✓ Recommended
Concrete mix ✓ Recommended
Landscaping ✓ Recommended
Walkways ✓ Recommended

#5 Stone, 1/2" to 3/4" Size Range, Smoky Color

#5 stone in a 1/2" to 3/4" size range is a versatile crushed aggregate commonly produced from durable natural rock. The "smoky" color offers a subtle, modern appearance that blends well with a variety of landscaping and construction designs. This mid-sized stone is carefully screened to ensure consistent sizing, making it ideal for both structural and decorative applications.

The 1/2" to 3/4" size strikes a balance between drainage and stability. It is large enough to promote excellent water flow, making it a popular choice for drainage systems, French drains, and erosion control, while still being compactable enough for use as a base material under driveways, patios, and walkways. The smoky color adds aesthetic value for visible applications such as garden borders or decorative ground cover. While this size is not as easily compacted as finer aggregates, it offers superior drainage and resists displacement, making it a reliable option for both residential and commercial projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is #5 Stone used for?

#5 Stone is typically used for driveway base, drainage systems, concrete mix, and other construction and landscaping projects requiring materials.

What size is #5 Stone?

#5 Stone typically comes in 1/2" To 3/4" size range, making it suitable for applications that require aggregate material with consistent sizing.

Where can I get #5 Stone?

Hello Gravel may be able to provide #5 Stone depending on your location and current product availability. Check our available materials or contact us by phone, text, or email to confirm availability in your area. We can often arrange delivery in as soon as 2 business days.

How much #5 Stone do I need?

Use our gravel calculator to determine how much #5 Stone you need. You'll need to measure the length, width, and desired depth of your project area. The calculator will provide the quantity needed in cubic yards or tons.

Key Characteristics of #5 Stone

Material Properties

#5 Stone is and classified as material, providing specific performance characteristics for construction applications.

Size Specifications

Standard #5 Stone is graded to 1/2" To 3/4" specifications, ensuring consistent particle size distribution for reliable project outcomes.

Common Applications

Industry professionals typically specify #5 Stone for projects requiring dependable performance and specific drainage or structural properties.

Hello Gravel Availability

Hello Gravel may be able to source #5 Stone depending on your location and current inventory. We offer fast delivery, often within 2 business days when material is available.

Looking for This Material?

Hello Gravel may be able to provide #5 Stone in your area with delivery as soon as 2 business days.