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Key Features
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Technical Specification
Technical Specification
URN:
6001022
Product:
Plum Slate
Application:
Pathways, Borders, Landscaping
Material Type:
Slate
Size:
Bulk Bag
Diameter:
40mm
Weight:
800kg
Sales Unit:
Bag
Moisture Resistant:
Yes
Density:
1600kg/m3
Colour:
Plum
Status:
Non-Returnable
Product Overview
40mm plum slate chippings produced from natural slate deposits in Wales.
Crushed and carefully screened to a nominal 40mm size, these chippings have a flat, angular profile that allows each piece to interlock when laid. This natural “locking” action creates a firm, stable surface that resists shifting underfoot, unlike rounded aggregates which tend to move or roll.
Their structure also maintains excellent drainage, preventing surface water from pooling. This makes them highly practical for garden paths, driveways, beds, and borders, as well as for decorative ground cover where both function and appearance matter.
Their natural colour range is dominated by rich plum and purple tones, complemented by occasional grey, blue, or green veins. When wet, the colours intensify, creating a deeper, more dramatic appearance that changes with the weather.
Beyond appearance, the slate is permeable, helping water drain through easily; durable, resisting frost and heavy rain; and low maintenance, needing only occasional raking or top-ups. Unlike organic mulches, it does not rot or decompose, ensuring a long-lasting surface.
Features & Benefits
Distinctive plum colouring: Creates strong decorative contrast, deepening in tone when wet.
Natural colour variation: Grey, blue, and green veining adds texture and visual interest to landscaped areas.
Flat slate shape: Provides a smoother finish underfoot, particularly suitable for pathways and walkways.
Free-draining aggregate: Supports natural drainage and reduces the risk of surface water pooling.
Durable natural stone: Withstands weather cycles, including frost and heavy rainfall, without breaking down.
Weed suppression with membrane: Reduces regrowth when used with a permeable geotextile fabric.
Low-maintenance surface: Requires only periodic raking and occasional top-ups to retain appearance.
Nominal 40mm size: Angular particles interlock for greater surface stability than rounded gravel.
Cost-effective in bulk: Bulk bags reduce cost per m² compared with smaller pack sizes.
Applications
Garden borders and mulching: Decorative cover that suppresses weeds, conserves moisture, and insulates roots.
Paths and walkways: Stable, free-draining surface for light foot traffic in gardens and landscaped areas.
Rockeries and alpine gardens: Complements stone features and provides free-draining cover suitable for alpine planting.
Water features and ponds: Enhances edges and surrounds with colour variation (wash before placing near water).
Installation Guidance
Prepare and level the base: Remove vegetation, stones, and debris, firming the ground to reduce later sinking.
Install edging restraints: Use boards, metal strips, or kerbs to prevent migration and keep paths neat.
Lay permeable weed membrane: Blocks light to minimise weed growth while allowing water to drain freely.
Compliance & Performance
Material specification: Crushed natural Welsh slate, angular in form, nominal 40mm, subject to natural colour variation.
Performance characteristics: Permeable aggregate resistant to frost and rain, suitable for decorative landscaping applications.
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