#57 limestone
The largest grade here, with open space between stones so water moves through.
Use it for
Drainage, driveway and base layers.
BUCKEYE OUTDOOR SUPPLY / CHESTERLAND, OHIO
Crushed limestone.
The right grade for the job.
Three grades of crushed limestone: #57 for drainage and base layers, #8 for walkways and driveway topping, and fine #9 for leveling and finishing. Pickup in Chesterland or delivery across Northeast Ohio.
Material photo for reference. Color and texture vary by batch.
PLAN YOUR PROJECT
Start with
the grade.
- If your plan names a grade, order that grade. Bring it with you.
- Bigger number, smaller stone. #57 is the largest here; #9 is the finest.
- Fines pack tight. Keep #9 out of layers that need to drain.
- Know your finished depth and compaction requirement before ordering.
THREE GRADES
Three grades.
Largest to finest.
AT A GLANCE
Limestone
by the numbers.
- Grades#57, #8 and #9
- Size ruleGrades identify size ranges, not a simple numeric scale
- ColorGray
- Coverage1 cu yd covers about 81 sq ft at 4 in.
- WeightWeight varies by grade and moisture. Ask the yard for the estimated weight of your order.
Common questions.
What do the limestone numbers mean?
Grade numbers identify different size ranges; they are not a simple larger-number-means-smaller-stone scale. Bring your project specifications so the yard can match the required grade.
Which limestone is best for drainage?
#57. Its larger, open-graded stone lets water move through. Do not swap in fine #9 for a drainage layer; the fines pack tight and slow water down.
What limestone goes on a driveway?
#57 is common in base layers, with #8 used as a topping. Driveway builds vary with soil and traffic, so follow your contractor’s plan.
Is #9 limestone the same as mason sand?
No. They can look alike in a photo, but #9 is crushed limestone and mason sand is a fine sand for mortar. Order the one your project calls for.
How much limestone do I need?
Square feet × depth in inches ÷ 324 = cubic yards. The calculator adds up several areas. It does not include compaction.
KEEP PLANNING
Often paired with
limestone.
Most projects need more than one material. Add these to the same quote and the yard can put the whole order together.
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Concrete block, mortar, drainage pipe and paver supplies from the same yard as your bulk material.
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