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Screenings are a finely graded crushed stone material produced during the aggregate crushing and screening process. They typically range from stone dust up to approximately 0.25 inches and contain a consistent blend of fine stone particles and mineral dust. Their texture is finer than traditional gravel and similar to coarse sand, allowing the material to spread evenly and fill small spaces within a prepared base.
When installed in thin layers and properly compacted, screenings lock together under pressure to create a firm, smooth, and stable surface. Their fine gradation makes them especially effective for leveling uneven areas, tightening aggregate base layers, and creating a precise setting surface beneath pavers, patio stones, and other hardscape materials.
Screenings are widely used in landscaping and construction because they are easy to grade, compact efficiently, and provide dependable surface control. They help establish clean elevations and smooth transitions around walkways, patios, retaining walls, and other outdoor installations where accurate leveling and a tightly compacted finish are important.
For applications focused on drainage, clean washed stone is recommended. Screenings are best suited for compacted bases, leveling layers, surface finishing, and minor grading projects that benefit from a dense and uniform material.
Common Applications of Screenings
- Leveling layer beneath pavers and patios
- Walkway and pathway base
- Filling joints between landscape stones
- Tightening and finishing aggregate base layers
- Surface smoothing and minor grading
- Base beneath retaining wall blocks
- Hardscape preparation and elevation adjustment
- Compactable surfaces for low-traffic landscape areas
