Chat Nevada Sands is a 3/8" minus rock fine that is beige in color. It compacts well creating a good surface for walking paths, patio areas, etc.
Best Results: For best results, install chat or decomposed granite material around 3" deep and compact with a vibrating plate compactor while lightly spraying material with water to keep moisture in while compacting.
Depth |
Coverage per Cubic Yard |
1" |
300 Square Feet |
2" |
150 Square Feet |
3" |
100 Square Feet |
4" |
75 Square Feet |
5" |
60 Square Feet |
6" |
50 Square Feet |
7" |
42 Square Feet |
8" |
37 Square Feet |
Notice: Chat and Decomposed Granite type materials are pathway materials which are a mixture of fine rock and the crusher fines, stone dust, etc. The combination of the 3/8" size particles and the fine material is what makes it a solid compactable material as that will allow it to compress tightly together.