Key Components of a GraniteCrete Installation: Compaction
April 8, 2026
This month marks the second installment in a three-part series highlighting key components of a
This month marks the second installment in a three-part series highlighting key components of a
This month marks the second installment in a three-part series highlighting key components of a GraniteCrete installation. This month, we highlight proper compaction during the
This month marks the first installment in a three-part series highlighting the key components of a GraniteCrete installation. This month we will be looking at
As this year winds down and we turn our sights toward the next, we are grateful to everyone who chose to include us in their
This month marks the second installment in a three-part series highlighting key components of a GraniteCrete installation. This month, we highlight proper compaction during the installation process. Proper compaction is critical to creating a lasting, strong installation; without it, GraniteCrete will not reach its full strength, and the surface will degrade before its time. How to Properly Compact GraniteCrete Before compaction begins, it’s important to set-up a good screeding process to ensure the material is
This month marks the first installment in a three-part series highlighting the key components of a GraniteCrete installation. This month we will be looking at proper moisture content during the mixing and installation process. Adding Water to the Dry Decomposed Granite & GraniteCrete Admixture For installations up to 3,000 square feet, the water can be added and mixed into the decomposed granite and GraniteCrete admixture manually. We recommend using a hose with a shower head/spray attachment, and a rake to thoroughly mix it into the dry material. A consistent moisture level can be accomplished more efficiently by using a volumetric truck. With separate areas/hoppers for decomposed granite, GraniteCrete admixture, and water, these trucks are able
As this year winds down and we turn our sights toward the next, we are grateful to everyone who chose to include us in their projects this past year. We appreciate your support, and look forward to continuing to work with you in the future. Before we gear up for the new year, we’d like to take a moment to share a few highlights from 2024: We look forward to what 2025 has in store for GraniteCrete! GraniteCrete was given the opportunity to be part of two meaningful installations:
The importance of taking steps to reduce global temperatures is at the forefront of many people’s minds. Sustainable building practices are one way the rise in global temperatures can be combated, and the risk of harmful man-made situations—such as urban heat islands—can be reduced. What is an Urban Heat Island? An urban heat island occurs in cities when the natural landscape is replaced by pavement, buildings, and other surfaces that absorb and retain heat. As a result, the materials create a hotter environment than rural areas. Temperatures can range from one to three degrees hotter during the day, and from three to seven degrees hotter at night! This “heat island effect” leads to increased energy