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Type 1 Sub-base

Our Type 1 Sub-Base is a well-graded crushed aggregate commonly used as a stable foundation layer beneath roads, driveways, paving and hardstandings in a variety of works. When compacted, it provides a strong, load-bearing base suitable for a wide range of construction and groundworks projects.

Sourced from our Aberdeenshire quarries and supplied in bulk bags for your convenience, Type 1 Sub-Base is suitable for domestic, commercial and civil engineering applications.

Available from: Memsie | Methlick | Howe of Byth | Cottonhill
Bagged product available from Cowbog site

For pricing, availability, delivery scheduling or trade account enquiries, please contact our team.

Key Benefits

  • Well-graded crushed aggregate from Aberdeenshire
  • Excellent load-bearing performance when compacted
  • Suitable for foundations and sub-base layers
  • Reliable, consistent material
  • Suitable for domestic and trade use
  • Supplied loose and in bulk bag formats

Product Specifications

Additional information

Material

Crushed stone

Grading

Type 1

Colour

Natural

Supply Format

Loose material, Small bag ~25kg, Bulk bag ~850kg

Production Location

Lovie Quarry, Aberdeenshire

Certification

Naturally inert quarried material

Technical Information

  • Well-graded crushed aggregate designed to compact to a dense, load-bearing layer
  • Suitable for use as a sub-base beneath paved, trafficked and load-bearing surfaces
  • Nominal grading produced within standard industry tolerances
  • Naturally inert mineral material
  • Suitable for domestic, commercial and civil engineering applications

Available Supply Options

  • Supplied loose or in bulk bags (~850kg)
  • Available for collection or delivery, subject to location and access
  • Delivery available across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Delivery options available across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. Please contact us to discuss site access and offloading requirements.

Typical Uses

Type 1 Sub-Base is commonly used for:

  • Driveway and road foundations
  • Paving and patio sub-bases
  • Hardstandings
  • Paths and access routes

Coverage Guide

Approximate coverage per tonne:

  • 50mm depth: 10–12 m²
  • 25mm depth: 20–22 m²

Coverage will vary depending on compaction, moisture content and aggregate shape.
Figures are provided as a guide only.

For estimated coverage, please use our aggregate calculator.

Ready to order?

Contact our team for pricing, delivery scheduling or trade account enquiries.

  • Delivery available across Scotland, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.
  • Moffett Forklift offload available where required.
  • Collection from all sites sites depending on product available.
  • Small bags and bulk bags available on request for trade or domestic customers.

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