1/4″ Clean Crushed Stone: Uses, Coverage & Calculator
Fine, washed 1/4″ chips that drain freely and fill tight spaces, from permeable paver joints to pipe bedding.
What is 1/4″ Clean Crushed Stone?
1/4″ clean crushed stone is screened to small, uniform chips and washed so almost no dust remains. The result is a fine stone that still lets water flow through.
Because it is small and clean, it fills joints and narrow trenches easily. Installers use it for permeable paver joints, around drainage pipes and in small landscape spaces.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Size | About 1/4″ |
| Shape | Angular chips |
| Fines | Washed, very few fines |
| Color | Varies by quarry |
| Approx. weight | 1.40 tons (~2,800 lbs) per cubic yard |
Best uses
- Joints of permeable pavers
- Pipe and drain bedding
- Small paths and courtyards
- Around foundations for drainage
Not ideal for
- Load-bearing driveway base
- Large, open drainage trenches
- Play areas (angular edges)
How much 1/4″ Clean Crushed Stone do I need?
Enter your area and depth to get cubic yards and tons. Results update as you type.
You'll need about
Based on about 1.40 tons (~2,800 lbs) per cubic yard. Actual weight varies with moisture and source, so treat results as an estimate.
Recommended depth by project
Typical installed depths for 1/4″ Clean Crushed Stone. Check local codes or your contractor for structural work.
| Project | Depth | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Paver joints | 1″ | Sweep in and top up after rain |
| Pipe bedding | 4″ | Around and under the pipe |
| Small paths | 2″ | Over fabric with edging |
How to install 1/4″ Clean Crushed Stone
A few steps make a big difference to how long it lasts.
- Prepare the areaExcavate and compact the subgrade or base.
- Spread or sweepSpread for bedding, or sweep into paver joints.
- Settle itMist with water or tamp lightly to settle the chips.
1/4″ Clean Crushed Stone questions
Quick answers to what customers ask most.
Is 1/4″ clean stone good for permeable pavers?
Yes. Its clean, small chips fill joints while still letting water drain.
What is the difference from 1/4″ minus?
1/4″ minus includes dust and fines, so it packs hard. 1/4″ clean is washed and drains instead.
How far does a ton go?
At 2″ deep, about 116 sq ft per ton.
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