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This section provides an overview for gravel as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 40 gravel manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked gravel companies as of December, 2024: 1.Jacobs & Thompson Inc., 2.Stone Farm Materials, 3.Oconee Sand and Gravel.
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Gravel refers to small round stone aggregates commonly used in gardens and landscaping for decorative purposes.
It is often employed alongside garden stones, tiles, and bricks to enhance garden aesthetics. The sound produced when walking on gravel also serves as a security measure, deterring suspicious individuals from entering the property.
The size of individual stones is categorized according to traditional Japanese dimensions, such as 7 rin (2-3 mm), 3 bun (7-9 mm), and 5 sun (12-17 mm), with sizes smaller than 7 rin classified as "gravel."
In recent years, the variety of gravel options has expanded beyond traditional white and black cobble gravel to include colorful decorative gravel suitable for Western-style gardens, catering to diverse garden tastes.
Gravel finds application in various settings, including front-door approaches and garden landscaping.
Specific uses include:
1. Stylish Garden Creation
Gravel allows for the creation of stylish gardens with ease. Available in a wide range of colors and sizes, it can be used to design various garden styles, including Japanese, Western, and Asian themes. Moreover, garden layouts can be altered without the need for transplanting plants.
2. Enhanced Security
The sound produced by walking on gravel acts as a deterrent to potential intruders, making it challenging for them to approach the property unnoticed.
3. Weed Prevention
Gravel obstructs sunlight, preventing weed growth and maintaining a clean garden appearance.
1. Difficult to Clean and Remove Snow
Clearing fallen debris and snow from gravel can be labor-intensive. Snow removal may require relaying the gravel after mixing it with snow.
2. Not Suitable for Wheeled Devices
Wheels of strollers and bicycles may sink into gravel, hindering mobility. Additionally, women's heels may become stuck, leading to damage.
Various types of gravel exist, each differing in color, shape, and size. Common varieties include:
Made from crushed and processed white limestone, this gravel is versatile and budget-friendly.
Produced in Kamikawa-cho, Kumano City, Mie Prefecture, Nachi-Kuroishi is a slate used for Go stones, trial stones, and decorative purposes due to its elegant appearance.
Characterized by green and gray tones, Oiso is commonly used in Japanese gardens and aquariums due to its subdued coloration.
This gravel, with its reddish-brown hues, is popular for both Japanese and Western paving applications.
Consider the following factors when selecting gravel:
The size of the gravel affects its appearance and functionality. For general gardening, medium-sized gravel (20-40 mm) is recommended, while smaller gravel (<20 mm) suits pathways and high-traffic areas.
Choose a gravel color that complements the building and landscape. Harmonizing with the surrounding elements creates an aesthetically pleasing garden.
Gravel costs vary based on type, color, and area coverage. Consider the area to be covered and purchase accordingly to avoid wastage or insufficient coverage.
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Irish Manufacturing Services Limited, founded in 2010 and located in North Ireland, United Kingdom, is a manufacturer of quarry, mining, and port equipment. The company's product line includes track stackers, link conveyors, track pugmill, mobile blending plant, and others. These products are applied to sand and gravel, coal, ore, and many others. The company offers optional features for products to meet custom requirements, and it serves material handling, quarrying, mining, and recycling industries.
ND Aquatics Ltd. is a manufacturer of custom aquariums and cabinets located in Hertford, England, and was founded in 2006. The company manufactures different kinds of tanks, acrylic cabinets, and metal framed cabinets. The company also provides pre-assembled vivariums and aquarium accessories, such as return pumps, PVC pipeworks, and lighting units. It also offers optional features for cabinets, and the company's fish tanks come with a 3-year guarantee, highly polished glass edges, and polystyrene.
Verma Process Pack is a manufacturer and supplier of chemicals and minerals, located in New Delhi, Delhi and was established in 2018. The company's products include activated carbon, anthracite coal, graphite, filter sand, and many others. These products serve the purpose of reducing impurities related to taste, odor, and color in inorganic chemicals. The company's products can be modified to fit custom requirements and all chemicals are tested by quality testers. The company operates a comprehensive, well-equipped manufacturing facility and maintains an extensive distribution network.
The Crupi Group is a manufacturer and supplier of road building, asphalt paving, and construction services and materials, founded in 1951 and headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. The company supplies hot mix asphalt, aggregate and recycled aggregate materials. It provides construction and winter maintenance/snow removal services. The company's products are environmentally friendly, and its resources are renewable. It also offers a wide range of limestone, sand, and gravel materials, serving municipalities, landscapers, concrete contractors, and others. The company conducts testing, quality control, and quality assurance for all of its products.
Hubco inc., an American company founded in 1919 and headquartered in Hutchinson, Kansas, is a manufacturer and supplier of textile bags. The company's range of bags includes burlap bags, anode bags, geological bags, agricultural bags, as well as tea towels and fabrics. These products are utilized in various sectors, including mining, agriculture, food packaging, retail, and cathodic protection applications. The company offers services including product customization, responsive communication, and flexibility for small orders.
Finnlaser, a company founded in 2022 and based in Espoo, Finland, is a distributor specializing in the sale of laser machines. The company's product portfolio includes fiber lasers, UV lasers, CO2 lasers, portable lasers, and enclosed fiber lasers. Lasers are utilized across a spectrum of industries, including manufacturing, metalworking, electronics, aerospace, as well as jewelry and art. The company provides services including technical support, warranties, testing, product returns, and order changes and cancellations.
Bexley Sand and Ballast Co Ltd, founded in 1962 and based in Essex, United Kingdom, is a supplier of building and paving supplies to individuals and commercial clients. It supplies its products to customers in Bexley and its surrounding areas, which include Welling, Eltham, Crayford, Bromley, and Erith. The company offers several products, including man-made slabs, drainage, block paving, decorative stone, and aggregate products. It is situated on a 65-acre plot of farmland where it produces and stocks its products, and it has a fleet of vehicles to make the deliveries.
PolyBound is a supplier of resin and resin bound materials located in Brighouse, West Yorkshire, and was founded in 2019. The company's products include resin aggregates, play sand, resin bound surface kits, rubber mulches, binders, primers, wall coverings, and many others. These products are used for driveways, pathways and patios, and some for children playgrounds, ensuring the safety of kids. The company provides specially formulated resin products, installation of resin bound, and resin bonded products.
M B Wilkes Ltd., founded in 1964, is a supplier of building materials located in Wimbourne, Dorset. The company supplies aggregates, decorative stones,and construction and landscaping materials. It provides a wide range of materials including sand, gravel, timber sleepers, soils, and concrete blocks, these materials are mainly used for foundations, driveways, and landscaping. The company also provides waste collection, disposal and recycling services, enabled by its grab-away, muck-away lorries, and skip bags.
Copyright Estes Materials Sales, Inc., an American company founded in 1979 and headquartered in Hope, Indiana, is a supplier specializing in natural stone products. The company's product portfolio includes decorative gravels, pathway stones, full veneers, grass seeds, and polymeric sands. These products are used in various applications, including landscaping, stone yards, lawn care, sports fields, and construction and building. The company provides services, including delivery, assistance with loading, a wholesale program, installation, and maintenance of decorative gravel.
Braen Supply, founded in the United States in 2000, is a supplier of natural stone veneer and landscape stone, cultured stone, concrete pavers, and retaining wall systems. The company's product portfolio includes a variety of stones and boulders for landscaping projects and concrete pavers in an array of shapes, sizes, and colors, allowing for creative hardscape designs. It has a 500 sf indoor stone showroom and 6000 sf outdoor concrete paver and wall displays in New Jersey.
Allard Contractors Ltd., established in 1945 and headquartered in Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada, is a supplier in the construction industry. It provides a diverse range of materials, including crushed materials such as crushed rock and dust, washed materials like drain rock and concrete sand, road materials including road mulch and pit run, and other materials like boulders. These products play a pivotal role in applications ranging from road construction to building and landscaping projects. The company serves as a crucial resource for construction endeavors, offering quality materials to support various construction and development needs.
Wapiti Gravel Suppliers is a supplier of construction services and products, founded in 1961 and located in Grande Prairie, Alberta. The company provides gravel and aggregates sales, civil construction, airport and highway construction, and bio eco septic tank sales. It specializes in aggregate supply, concrete curb, and gutter, sidewalk, and road construction. The company is a division of Colas Canada Inc., that serves the oil and gas, forestry, agricultural Industries. The company's services prevent accidents and injuries by reducing workplace incidents.
Rivar Sand and Gravel is a supplier of landscaping, building, and driveway materials located in Newbury, Berkshire, and it was established 1981. The company's product line includes artificial grass, decorative aggregates, gravel and sand, and porcelain. It also provides rockery stone, natural stone, water features, concrete paving, and building materials. The company's depots have displays of porcelain paving, decorative gravels and other products to give preview of the materials supplied by the company.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jacobs & Thompson Inc. |
7.2%
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| 2 | Stone Farm Materials |
5.8%
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| 3 | Oconee Sand and Gravel |
4.8%
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| 4 | TR Landscape Supply |
4.3%
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| 5 | Stoney’s Sand & Gravel, LLC |
4.1%
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| 6 | Outdoor Warehouse Supply |
3.8%
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| 7 | Westmore Supply Co. |
3.6%
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| 8 | US Rock Corporation |
3.6%
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| 9 | Broadway Landscape Materials LLC |
3.4%
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| 10 | Dad's Gravel Plus LLC |
3.4%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the gravel page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
United States of America
|
16 | 66.7% |
|
United Kingdom
|
5 | 20.8% |
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India
|
1 | 4.2% |
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Canada
|
1 | 4.2% |
|
Finland
|
1 | 4.2% |
