Whether you have a gravel roadway to maintain or want to use some crushed limestone in your next home improvement project, choosing the proper size is key. This is why the professionals at Hanson Aggregates in Cincinnati, OH, carry a wide range of crushed limestone products. They know choosing the perfect size for your project isn’t always easy, so they’ve compiled a few facts to help.

For those who want their next crushed stone project to be a success, here are a few tips to choosing the perfect crushed-limestone size for the job:

• Paths/Walkways: If you install a gravel path or walkway, choosing the right crushed stone size will make the limestone easy to spread and ensure your walkway has great traction. A crushed limestone around 3/8–3/4 inches will ensure a comfortable walking surface in addition to providing adequate drainage, which is important in keeping your walking trail from waterlogging. 
• Rip Rap: Commonly used to keep shorelines or sloping parts of land from eroding, rip rap is a larger stone that needs to be heavy enough to prevent land from crumbling away. Rip rap also needs to be strong enough to combat a running current, which is why the professionals at Hanson Aggregates recommend investing in limestone that has been crushed down to between 4–10 inches in diameter.
• Paving Base: Crushed limestone makes a great paving base. Using a size between 1.5–2.5 inches will allow you to construct a firm base for patios, driveways, roads and any other type of construction base where concrete or paving is required. 

If you need crushed rock or quality sand and gravel, the professionals at Hanson Aggregates can equip you with an affordable solution for all your aggregate needs. Call them today at (800) 654-9229 or visit them online to learn more about their high-quality inventory.