{"title":"Crushed Rock","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCrushed rock is the layer underneath everything that lasts. Driveway bases, shed slabs, drainage runs, concrete mixes, paver bedding — get this layer right and the surface above it stays where you put it. Get it wrong and you're doing the job twice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe deliver crushed rock across Melbourne by the cubic meter from our Altona yard, and we source across Victoria rather than from a single quarry, so we can match the grade to the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich grade of crushed rock for which job?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e20mm Crushed Rock is the coarse end — the choice for larger drainage projects, concrete work and heavy-duty ground cover where strength matters. 5mm Crusher Dust is the fine end, used as paver bedding, pathway top dressing and joint filling; it compacts to a smooth, hard finish. Most driveway and paving jobs use both: a coarse crushed rock base with a fine bedding layer over it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much crushed rock do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFor a driveway base, work on 100–150mm compacted depth. One cubic meter covers roughly 8 square meters at 125mm. Bear in mind crushed rock compacts by around 20 percent, so order a little over your calculated volume — our calculator already allows for this.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"20mm-roadbase","title":"20mm Roadbase","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e20mm Roadbase is a crushed rock product blended with fines for excellent compaction, making it the standard choice for driveways, under-slab preparation and sub-base work across Melbourne properties. Delivered by the cubic metre from our Altona yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIdeal for driveways, shed bases and under-paving sub-base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts graded mix of stone and dust locks together tightly once compacted, creating a stable, load-bearing surface that resists rutting and shifting under vehicle and foot traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for: driveways, shed bases, under-paving sub-base, trench backfill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompacts firm when watered and rolled or plate-compacted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold per m³ — bulk delivery available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Melbourne Garden Supply Co","offers":[{"title":"Per m³","offer_id":43528414101594,"sku":"SKU001","price":70.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5698\/1850\/files\/Roadbase_1.png?v=1782438571"},{"product_id":"recycled-20mm-roadbase","title":"Recycled 20mm Roadbase","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRecycled 20mm Roadbase is a crushed rock alternative made from recycled concrete and masonry, offering the same reliable compaction performance as virgin crushed rock at a lower cost. Delivered by the cubic metre from our Altona yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIdeal for driveways, sub-base and general fill where a budget-friendly crushed rock option is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTested to meet engineering specifications for general construction use, it compacts well and provides a stable foundation while diverting waste material from landfill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for: driveways, sub-base, general fill where budget and sustainability matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSourced from recycled construction material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold per m³ — bulk delivery available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Melbourne Garden Supply Co","offers":[{"title":"Per m³","offer_id":43528414134362,"sku":"SKU002","price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5698\/1850\/files\/Pile_of_20mm_Recycled_Road_Base.png?v=1786413781"},{"product_id":"7mm-scoria","title":"7mm Scoria — Red Volcanic Drainage Rock","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e7mm Scoria is a lightweight, porous red volcanic rock, prized in garden beds and drainage applications for its excellent water permeability and natural colour. Delivered by the cubic meter from our Altona yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIdeal for garden bed drainage, raised beds and potting mixes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it's lightweight and free-draining, scoria is commonly used around plants prone to root rot, in raised garden beds, and as a decorative yet functional mulch alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for: garden bed drainage, raised beds, potting mixes, decorative ground cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally porous — improves soil aeration and drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold per m³ — bulk delivery available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Melbourne Garden Supply Co","offers":[{"title":"Per m³","offer_id":43528414199898,"sku":"SKU004","price":90.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5698\/1850\/files\/7mm_scoria_1_b46fe725-56ea-491c-87ea-969e0f02f5c5.png?v=1782438731"},{"product_id":"20mm-scoria","title":"20mm Scoria — Coarse Drainage Scoria","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e20mm Scoria is a coarser grade of lightweight red volcanic rock, well suited to larger-scale drainage work and decorative garden applications where a chunkier texture is preferred. Delivered by the cubic metre from our Altona yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIdeal for drainage trenches, French drains and erosion control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts open, porous structure allows water to pass through freely, making it a popular choice for French drains, agricultural drainage, and garden landscaping where both function and natural red colour are wanted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for: drainage trenches, French drains, garden landscaping, erosion control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight and highly permeable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold per m³ — bulk delivery available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Melbourne Garden Supply Co","offers":[{"title":"Per m³","offer_id":43528414232666,"sku":"SKU005","price":80.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5698\/1850\/files\/pile_of_20mm_scoria_in_Altona_yard.png?v=1786413903"},{"product_id":"class-2-20mm","title":"Crushed Rock Class 2 20mm","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCrushed rock Class 2 20mm is a high-quality roadbase engineered to Australian standard specifications for pavement and sub-base construction, offering superior compaction and load-bearing strength. 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