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Five Reasons why Granite is the Best Aggregate
Aggregates can be made from a wealth of different materials to fit the environment. From sand to slurry, ores and crushed rock, mined from the ground, there is a wealth of different aggregates. Despite the choice, there is one material that stands out – granite. But what makes granite stone so special?
Easy to Find.
Substantial deposits of granite can be found beneath hills and valleys. This makes granite readily available for a wealth of different people. Once an expansive deposit is found, it can be mined for years to come.
Hard and Reliable.
Granite is one of the hardest of all aggregate materials. This makes it one of the preferred stones for construction projects. Used as a reliable base for roads and buildings, granite won’t change shape under pressure. It’s difficult to cut and shape, however, new technologies are being developed, making granite easier to work with.
Besides being used as a sub-base and base layer for the construction of roads and highways, granite stones can also be used as a base material for creating foundations and constructing slabs in sewage system drain fields.
Abundant Amount.
According to Building Conservation, the main granite quarries in England are located in Devon and Cornwall, “with several quarries in each of the five separate intrusive granite masses which form a chain across the Devon and Cornwall peninsula.” Some other areas of granite production include Aberdeenshire, Kirkcudbrightshire (southwest Scotland), Ross of Mull and Shap in Cumbria.
Attractive Appearance.
Granite chippings come in various shades, with different hues of grey, pink and red being the most popular. The colour of granite chippings tends to be resistant to wear and tear, keeping its beautiful colour for many years to come. Some of our best-selling granite aggregates are used for landscaping projects, including red stone chippings, such as 20mm Red Granite Chippings, 20mm Pink Granite Chippings and 20mm Celtic chippings.
In addition to granite, we also stock a variety of other decorative aggregates that can work alongside granite to create a beautiful outdoor space, including gravel, slate chippings and gabion stones.
Durable.
Even decades after installation granite will keep a similar, attractive appearance. When added to exterior landscape projects, granite will not suffer erosion from wind and rain, as well as any man-made problems.
These are just five of the reasons why granite makes a superb aggregate. If you’d like to learn more about the material, do not hesitate to get in touch with us. In case you want to granite stones for a construction and/or landscape project, speak to a member of our team today.