Why should you consider adding a retaining wall to your property in Northern VA? Maybe you’re looking for an elegant solution to erosion and water runoff around your property. Maybe your yard is quite hilly or sloped and you would like to increase the usable space for you and your family. Or maybe you’d simply like to create new spaces for your garden.
Regardless of the reason, adding a retaining wall to your home is an excellent way to simply transform the outdoor space that you and your family enjoy. Rock Stone and Sand Yard, RSSY, Lorton VA inventories hardscaping materials to enhance your Northern VA property. Call (703) 339-8095 today to schedule your free consultation or visit
our web page for more details.
Whether you need a decorative feature or finish in your garden and driveway, bulk bagged aggregates or loose aggregates are an inexpensive choice, really easy to work with, and they certainly help you reduce the time you spend on property upkeep. You can pick-up or request delivery.
Aggregates come in different gradings, and textures, with varying moisture content and various other characteristics that determine the kind of job they are suited for. Let’s look at different types of aggregates and some of their uses so you can make the best choice for your next project.
SAND – There are different types of sand available for construction: sharp sand, ballast, and even recycled sand. Each type has its own uses.
BALLAST SAND – Ballast is a mix of sand and gravel and is generally used when building foundations for specific jobs such as houses and roadways as well as railways.
GRAVEL – Gravel has larger grains than sand. It can be used as part of driveways or pathways, occasionally mixed with concrete but often simply laid down on top.
ROCKS, PEBBLES AND SHINGLE – These types of aggregate come in a variety of colors, shapes, and surface textures. Shingle and stone aggregate can be glassy, smooth, rough, honeycombed, and more, and can be used to create unique and beautiful decorative garden features.
CRUSHED ROCK – One particular type of aggregate is crushed rock, made when larger pieces of rock are crushed into smaller pieces. This makes for another excellent base for forming concrete slabs and driveways.
ROCK DUST – Fine rock dust is a by-product of the quarrying industry and results from rock crushing. Also known as crusher dust, it can be used to improve the soil by remineralization, helping to rebuild topsoil and to speed up growth in your garden.
If you know the type of aggregates you require, use our aggregate calculator to estimate how much you’ll need for your project. Just call (703) 339-8095 to speak to our staff about our aggregates and our pricing or please visit
our webpage for more details.
Natural Stone Pallets can be purchased for a variety of uses on exterior structures, but other uses may include:
- Thin Veneer Walls
- Thick Veneer Walls
- Retaining Walls
- Walkways
- Patios
- Edging
- ·Steps
- Boarders
- And more.
One pallet of Wall Stone is about 1 ton and will cover 27 linear feet x 1 foot high x 1 foot wide. Please call (703) 339-8095 the Yard today for details and pricing or visit our website for images and a list of the natural stone product inventory we stock.
Boulders and Steppers make great natural looking borders and walls in various landscapes. Boulders come in all shapes and sizes and finding the right ones are key to making your landscape complete. Rock Stone and Sand Yard RSSY has all sorts of boulders and steppers of all shapes and sizes. We have the ability to custom order and deliver the rock to you. Please call (703) 339-8095 in advance to find out what is in stock or exact options available.
Whereas rock salt melts ice, sand does not. Coarse Sand, because it is an abrasive material, is applied to icy driveways, walkways and steps to provide traction. It can capably create traction on ice at any temperature, whereas rock salt is not effective in extreme cold. But sand is only effective if it is on the surface of the ice. If it gets buried under snow, it needs to be reapplied. RSSY keeps a large inventory of Coarse Sand for your pick-up or delivery. RSSY also provides bags for rock salt and sand. Please call for pricing and details.
RSSY is ready for Winter Snow and Ice Storms whatever your application:
- Road Salt
- De-icing Salt
- Melting Salt
- Driveway Salt
- Walkway Salt
- Parking Lot Salt
- Bagged Salt
- Sacked Salt
- Salt Delivery
- Coarse Sand
- Large Inventory of Salt
Please call us (703) 339-8095 today for pricing and details.
DURABLE WALKWAY, DRIVEWAY & PATIO PAVERS ENHANCE THE BEAUTY AND FUNCTION OF YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE.
Northern Virginia residents whether you’re looking for a patio with old-world charm or a walkway with contemporary flair, Belgard Hardscapes offers a wide variety of concrete pavers and paving stones to fit your style. RSSY, Rock Stone and Sand Yard, inventories a portfolio of hardscape products including contemporary modular and slab pavers, traditional cobble and brick pavers, and paving stones with the look and texture of natural stones. Many of our pavers are durable enough to support heavy loads that are perfect for creating stunning driveway designs. Belgard Hardscapes guarantees our concrete pavers and paving stones for the life of your home, you can rest assured that your new outdoor space will stand the test of time. Call us (703) 339-8095 or stop by the Yard to discuss your job.
