Chippings, such as gravel and slate, are incredibly versatile and will enhance gardens projects, driveways and borders. Their practicality and aesthetic appeal make them a popular choice for various landscaping projects. Our garden chippings and self-binding gravel offer an ideal solution for transforming landscapes, whether used as decorative elements or durable driveway surfaces. Slate chippings are perfect for paths, borders, driveways, rockeries, water feature edging and mulch. They are perfect for decorative borders, outlining flower beds and pond edging due to their flat, angular shape and range of colours. Slate chippings are chemically inert, making them suitable for both alkaline-loving and lime-hating plants. They help suppress weeds, retain soil moisture, and reflect light to encourage plant growth. For driveways, larger sizes (20-40mm) are preferred because they provide durability and stability. Adding texture and colour to landscapes, slate chippings are an excellent choice for planters, raised beds, and borders.

Gravel chippings are robust and commonly used for driveways, garden paths, borders, and under paving to improve drainage. They effectively prevent weed growth when used with a membrane and allow natural drainage, making them an excellent choice for keeping landscapes clean and functional. Our self-binding gravel compacts to form a smooth, stable surface, ideal for high-traffic areas like footpaths, cycle tracks, and golf courses. We offer a variety of chippings, including black ice, white marble, rose quartz, arctic champagne, alpine blue, arctic silver, golden granite, black granite, plum slate, green slate, and grey slate. As well as self bind gravel including plum slate and golden granite. We offer a lot of benefits such as requiring low maintenance and are durable enough to withstand foot and vehicle traffic as well as all weather conditions. They also help control weeds, especially when combined with a weed membrane, and improve drainage by preventing waterlogging around plant roots. Visually, chippings add texture and colour contrast, enhancing the overall appearance of any outdoor space.

To lay chippings, start by marking out the area and deciding on the appropriate depth—typically 40–50mm for pathways and borders, up to 50mm for driveways. Excavate to the required depth, removing weeds and debris for a clean base. For a professional finish, use edging strips or timber to contain the chippings and maintain tidy borders. Lay the chippings evenly over the liner and use a rake to achieve a level surface and the desired depth. Lightly compact the chippings, especially for driveways and paths, to ensure a firm surface. Check for any thin areas that require more chippings and add more if needed.

For a simple way to enhance the look and finish of your waterscape, explore our range of pond decorative chippings. These decorative stones offer excellent drainage, natural texture and a clean, polished appearance, making them ideal for pond surrounds, edging and wider garden landscaping projects.