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Kellems Recycling Mulch, Topsoil & Rock
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Serving Pikeville, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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Kellems Recycling Mulch • Topsoil • Rock products are the highest quality available of mulch, topsoil, playground material, and a wide selection of river rock. We have been in business for over 20 years and manufactures over 25,000 tons of recycled wood materials yearly. We have three locations to service Blount and Knox County. We are the choice of landscaping companies, nurseries, schools and daycare facilities. Come and get the top quality product that landscapers and schools prefer.

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Safari Lawn and Landscape
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Serving Pikeville, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

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Serving the Upper Cumberland area since 2004, Safari Lawn and Landscape has the skill and expertise to offer our customers with professional lawn care, landscape design and construction services. With projects ranging from new patios and retaining walls to planting and pruning, Safari Lawn and Landscape can help you update, remodel or completely design your yard. We are committed to building you a landscape that will showcase our knowledge, expertise and passion.

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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Pikeville, TN

To calculate how much pea gravel you need for your project, multiply the length, width, and depth of the area you want to cover to find the volume in cubic feet. Then, divide that number by 27 to convert it to cubic yards to determine the amount of pea gravel you need.

A yard of pea gravel weighs about 1.3 tons or 2,600 pounds. Keep in mind that wet gravel weighs more than dry, and different types of gravel can vary in weight. For example, due to its density, river rock weighs significantly more than crushed stone and pea gravel.

The ideal depth for pea gravel depends on the type and size of your project. You'll need at least two to three inches for walkways and patios and a minimum of six inches for driveways to support heavy vehicles and prevent shifting over time. Aim for a depth of three to four inches in decorative garden beds or drainage areas.

Pea gravel is attractive, versatile, and low-maintenance. It provides excellent drainage, making it ideal for pathways, driveways, and garden beds. On the downside, its sharp texture isn't ideal for bare feet, and it can be challenging to weed or remove once installed. It can also shift underfoot without proper edging, creating an uneven surface.

Alternative landscaping materials you can use instead of pea gravel include wood chips, decomposed granite, crushed stone, pebbles, quartz, mulch, sand, and river rock. These materials offer different aesthetics, performance, and costs, so it’s important to do your research to determine which one best fits your landscape design and budget.

Many homeowners choose pea gravel because it requires minimal upkeep compared to other landscaping materials. You'll need to rake it occasionally to redistribute the stones and maintain an even surface. Pros also recommend installing weed barrier fabric beneath the gravel to prevent unwanted growth, although some weeds may still appear over time.

The Pikeville, TN homeowners’ guide to gravel or loose fill paving installs, spreads or scrapes

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