#411 Gravel vs Topsoil

#411 Gravel

#411 gravel is a blended aggregate consisting of #57 stone mixed with stone fines. The combination allows for excellent compaction while still providing better drainage than pure crusher run, making it a popular driveway and repair material.

Topsoil

Nutrient-rich upper layer of soil, ideal for establishing lawns, gardens, and planting beds. Quality topsoil is dark, crumbly, and full of organic matter that supports plant growth. Screened topsoil has been filtered to remove rocks, roots, and debris.

#411 Gravel

• ✓ Driveways
• ✓ Driveway repairs
• ✓ Road base
• ✓ Parking areas

Topsoil

• ✓ Lawn seeding
• ✓ Garden beds
• ✓ Raised bed fill
• ✓ Landscape grading
• ✓ Sod installation
• ✓ Tree and shrub planting

#411 Gravel

• + Compacts firmly
• + Better drainage than crusher run
• + Smooth driving surface
• + Good for resurfacing existing driveways

• − Dusty when dry
• − Not decorative
• − Can soften if drainage is poor

Topsoil

• + Rich in nutrients for plant growth
• + Creates ideal growing medium
• + Dark color absorbs warmth for earlier spring planting
• + Screened options are ready to use
• + Essential for any planting project

• − Settles significantly after delivery
• − Quality varies greatly between suppliers
• − Can contain weed seeds
• − Heavy when wet
• − Should never be used as structural fill

#411 Gravel

Blend of 3/4" stone and fine particles. Typically gray in color.

Topsoil

Fine, crumbly soil texture when screened. Dark brown to black color indicates high organic content. "Screened" topsoil has been run through a 3/8" or 1/2" screen to remove debris. Blended topsoil may include compost for extra nutrients.