Inexpensive methods/materials for constructing a driveway
Inexpensive methods/materials for constructing a driveway
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The driveway (5 m long by 3 m wide) up to our church grounds is being eroded away by rain and car tyres. The driveway's insitu material at the moment is a fine grained silty/sand. Over its 5 m length the driveway rises to a height of about 0,75 m. I am looking for inexpensive methods/materials for constructing a reliable driveway





RE: Inexpensive methods/materials for constructing a driveway
RE: Inexpensive methods/materials for constructing a driveway
Depending on the type of rock available these can last a reasonable amount of time and can be installed by hand for the size given. Use a basalt crushed rock if possible as this generally locks down very tightly, thus giving a hard wearing surface.
This can also be sealed at a latter date to add further protection against erosion. You could even ask a local earth moving firm if they could donate the materials/perhaps even place it.
regards
sc
RE: Inexpensive methods/materials for constructing a driveway
good luck
jproj
RE: Inexpensive methods/materials for constructing a driveway
Jproj, with regards to the 1/2" to 1" stone. I am from South Africa and we do not work in these dimensions - are " inches or feet ? Thanks again
RE: Inexpensive methods/materials for constructing a driveway
" = inches
' = feet
1/2" to 1" is similar to 13mm to 25mm.
HTH!!
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Andrew
RE: Inexpensive methods/materials for constructing a driveway
First, look for drainage problems. Is the ground next to the driveway sloped to carry water away from it? Does the driveway have any crown (is it higher in the middle)? Are there drainage swales on both sides?
If you use crushed stone, lay a non-woven geotextile under it. It will keep the silt and sand from migrating upwards and the stone from moving downwards. It adds only a little cost up front, and adds considerably to the lifespan of the driveway.
Lastly, don't forget the importance of maintanance.