10mm Limestone Chippings Bulk Bag (800kg)

What Are 10mm Limestone Chippings? 

10mm Limestone Chippings are a versatile natural stone aggregate, supplied in convenient and cost-effective 800kg bulk bags. Processed from quarried limestone and graded to a nominal 10mm size, these chippings are suitable for use in a variety of construction and landscaping applications. 

They are ideal for creating finer concrete mixes and are also well-suited for landscaping projects such as pathways and driveways, where a smaller, more tightly packed aggregate is preferred. 

Appearance & Characteristics

• Colour & Texture: Being a natural quarried product, variations in colour (typically shades of grey, buff, or cream) and texture are inherent. This product is primarily chosen for its performance as an aggregate; it is not selected for high decorative uniformity in the same way as premium decorative-only stones.
• Size (10mm): This finer grading makes it suitable for applications requiring a smoother finish or where smaller aggregate is necessary.
• Shape: The angular shape of the chippings aids in creating a relatively stable, interlocking surface when used as a loose aggregate and contributes to the strength matrix in concrete.

Applications

As a Construction Aggregate:

• Finer Concrete Mixes: Used as the coarse aggregate where a smaller stone size is beneficial for workability or finish, such as in some pre-cast items, thinner slabs, or areas with dense reinforcement.
• Pipe Bedding: Provides a firm and permeable bed for laying underground drainage pipes.
• Specialist Screeds: Can be incorporated into certain types of floor screed formulations requiring a fine aggregate.

In Functional Landscaping & Groundworks:

• Pathways: Creates a relatively smooth and comfortable surface for garden paths and pedestrian walkways.
• Domestic Driveways (Light Use): Suitable for light domestic driveways. A well-prepared, robust sub-base is essential.
• Decorative Borders & Edging (Functional): Can be used to create neat borders around planting beds or lawns.
• General Ground Cover: Offers a low-maintenance solution for covering areas of the garden, helping to suppress weeds (over a membrane).

Benefits

• Suitable for Finer Concrete Mixes: Ideal when smaller coarse aggregate is required for specific concrete applications.
• Creates Well-Draining Surfaces: Excellent for permeable pathways, driveways (light domestic), and functional ground cover.
• Effective Functional Ground Cover: Helps suppress weeds (when used over a weed control membrane) and provides a clean, low-maintenance surface.
• Cost-Effective Bulk Supply: Purchasing in a bulk bag is an economical way to acquire larger quantities for substantial projects, reducing packaging waste and per-unit cost.
• Natural Stone Aggregate: A durable material sourced from natural limestone.
• Versatile: Suitable for both concreting applications and various functional landscaping tasks.

Alkaline pH & Plant Compatibility 

• Limestone is strongly alkaline. It will noticeably raise the pH of any soil it contacts or that receives water run-off from it.
• This makes it unsuitable as a mulch or ground cover directly around acid-loving (ericaceous) plants (e.g., Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Camellias, Heathers).
• It is best used in areas away from sensitive plants or in gardens designed for lime-tolerant species.