Measure the area, pick a depth, and multiply by the material’s density. Or let our calculator do it.
Patio sub-base: 100mm of MOT Type 1. Driveway sub-base: 150mm. Paving bed: 30–50mm of grit sand. Decorative gravel: 40–50mm.
Aggregates are sold by weight. A cubic metre of MOT Type 1 weighs about 2.1 tonnes; gravel about 1.5 tonnes. A bulk bag holds roughly 0.85 tonnes.
Up to around 4 tonnes, bulk bags are easiest. Above that, a loose tipper load (up to 20 tonnes) is usually cheaper per tonne.
Both take your waste away. Which one saves you money depends on what the waste is, how much there is, and where it is.
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If the skip can go on your own drive, no. If it has to go on the road or pavement, yes — and we can sort it for you.
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Usually you need to notify Building Control. Here’s when you don’t, and what else to check first.
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