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Gravel, sand, small
rock and wood chips are all types of loose fill. Because there are
so many loose fill options, you need to assess the use of the area
before deciding which fill would work best.
If you are installing a swing set or playground for your children,
sand, wood chips and pea gravel are appropriate and have adequate
shock-absorbing properties when installed at an appropriate depth.
For driveways, coarser gravel is appropriate. If the rocks in the
gravel are fairly small, and you live in a region that experiences
moderate to heavy precipitation, you may need to maintain the driveway
each year by raking holes and redistributing the fill to an even level.
To prevent weeds from growing between the gravel, apply weed killer
before pouring the gravel.
Wood chips are good for areas that have minimal traffic yet require
a fairly finished look. They also work well for areas with plants
and trees since they help retain water while minimizing the impact
of foot traffic.
For moderate traffic area, loose fill can be used in combination with
paving stones to create attractive walkways.
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