Need River Gravel for Proper Drainage on Your Landscape?

March 7, 2023
Spring thunderstorms are coming and heavy rain can wash away soil, damage plants, harm your patio, walkways and foundations. RSSY recommends 1 to 4 inch River Jack Gravel to be used to create a pathway for the water to drain. Your best line of defense against heavy rain is proper drainage. Stop by the Stone Yard and speak with a sales person concerning the materials needed to create a drainage system. RSSY stocks drainage pipe and all the accessories you need for the job. Call today (703) 339-8095 or visit our website for more information.
 

Your One Source for All Your Aggregate Needs

January 18, 2023
Rock Stone and Sand Yard, RSSY wants to be the one source for all your aggregate needs. We have the capability to quote our customers delivered or pickup pricing for virtually any type of construction aggregate required, and we are fully equipped to handle any job no matter the size.
 
With your busy schedule, why take the time to chase down numbers from multiple suppliers when RSSY can give you all your pricing in one call – (703) 339-8095. Our sales office is open Monday thru Friday 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Saturday 7:00 am to 12 noon. The Yard is equipped with a knowledgeable and friendly staff ready to assist you. We look forward to seeing you soon!
 
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The Right Gravel for Your Drainage or Decorative Landscaping

July 27, 2022
RSSY inventories crushed stone, stone dust, bluestone, pea gravel, wash gravel, river rounds, and washed gravels that are available in a full range of colors and sizes for drainage or decorative landscaping. From topdressing, to erosion prevention, to proper drainage construction, we have all the raw materials your landscape projects require. RSSY carries several different types of decorative aggregates. Ranging from 3/8″ up to 8″ size, these aggregates have many uses including driveways, pathways, groundcover, and water features.
 
Stop by the yard today and pick out the right gravel for your job. Call (703) 339-8095 for pricing and details. You can visit our website for additional information and images.
 
 

Check Out Our Aggregate and Natural Stone Colors at the Yard!

June 13, 2022

Aggregate and Natural Stone color, texture, size and shape vary from the manufacturer over time. Aggregate and Natural Stone colors you see on the website may not represent the aggregate colors in the bins. We highly recommend you travel to the Yard to view the material. This is especially true if adding to an existing landscape or hardscape. Thank you for your business and we look forward to helping you at the Yard.

All Grades and Type of Gravel for Residential and Commercial Building

October 22, 2021
RSSY supplies all grades and types of gravel for residential and commercial building and landscaping needs. Crushed stone, pea gravel, bluestone, and washed gravel are available in a full range of colors and sizes for drainage or decorative landscaping.
 
We have rock salt that creates added traction for roadways, driveways and walkways making your home or facility safe for family, visitors, employees and customers. From topdressing, to erosion prevention, to proper drainage construction, we have all the raw materials your landscape projects require.
 
RSSY carries several different types of decorative aggregates. Ranging from 3/8″ up to 8″ size, these aggregates have many uses including driveways, pathways, groundcover, and water features. Call us today (703) 339-8095 or visit our website Aggregate Pages for more information.
 

 

Fabulous Fall Landscaping Ideas with Our Materials

September 16, 2021
RSSY has the materials to create fabulous Fall Landscaping ideas.
 
How about a drought resistant pea gravel or bluestone walkway.
 
Crushed rock helps connect different areas of the yard into a cohesive, calm design that’s also low-maintenance. Gravel paths can be used and barefoot-friendly concrete pavers can wind among your trees and outdoor patio areas.
 
Visit our stone yard to see all the different colors of gravel and gravel sizes. You will find the perfect match for your project.
 

PA River Round Rocks for Your Landscaping Project

May 24, 2021

The many uses of PA River Round Rocks are many, but what is possibly more impressive is its potential to be environmentally friendly. Here are a few reasons why round river rock features are a great choice for any habitat-conscious homeowner, landscaper or gardener.

RSSY PA River Rounds are smooth, round stones with various shades of cream, tan, and brown colors. Perfect for any landscape solution like garden beds, creating borders around buildings or patios, limiting soil erosion, or to encourage draining from an area. We carry them in small, medium, and large sizes. Call us (703) 339-8095 or visit our website to see the many varieties of round river rock we stock.

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Need Gravel for Your Landscaping Project in Northern VA?

March 30, 2021

What type of gravel do you need for your landscaping project?

RSSY supplies all grades and types of gravel for residential and commercial building and landscaping needs. Crushed stone, pea gravel, bluestone, and washed gravel are available in a full range of colors and sizes for drainage or decorative landscaping.

From topdressing, to erosion prevention, to proper drainage construction, we have all the raw materials your landscape projects require. RSSY carries several different types of decorative aggregates. Ranging from 3/8″ up to 8″ size, these aggregates have many uses including driveways, pathways, ground cover, and water features. Colors vary from white to gray, brown, red, and black. Check out our website and give us a call to discuss your gravel needs. https://rssy.com/gravel/

Gravel and Aggregates to Build Your Projects

July 13, 2020

Summer is the time to build things… RSSY has inventories of aggregates for every project. Sand, Gravel, Decorative Gravel, Stone, Peas Gravel, River Round Rocks, Stone Dust. Call us today (703) 339-8096 to discuss your Summer building plans and how we can help.

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Using Flagstone in Reston, VA – Professional Tips From RSSY

June 27, 2014

Flagstone Stairs at Reston, VA Home Flagstone in Reston, VA, is one of the finest materials available to create enduring patios. Flagstone is a durable and naturally slip-resistant, safer patio surface that lasts for years. Since it allows water to permeate instead of creating damaging runoff, flagstone in Reston, VA, is considered environmentally-beneficial and is highly desirable.

Flagstone patios also have a natural, organic quality in earthy shades of grays, blues, browns and reds. The most common types of flagstone in Reston, VA, used for paving and patios are sandstone, slate and limestone. The closer the quarry, the less you pay for shipping costs. So much of the flagstone in Reston, VA, is quarried in Virginia, Vermont, West Virginia, New York and Pennsylvania.

Flagstone patio prices also depend on the method of  installation. Mortaring flagstones on a concrete slab is more expensive than dry laying flagstones in Reston, VA, over a graded base of sand and gravel. Here are some additional tips about using flagstone in Reston, VA, from the landscape experts at RSSY:

  • Select flagstone by color and look for a wide variety of shapes and sizes
  • Curb costs by using flagstone in Reston, VA, in conjunction with alternate paving and landscape materials
  • See the wide RSSY selection of fill gravel for joints between flagstone in Reston, VA,
  • Include larger slabs of flagstone in Reston, VA, to create a unique walkwayFlagstone Steps with Stone Veneer
  • Ask the RSSY landscape professionals about dressing up mortared joints
  • Create patterns with a combination of irregular and cut flagstones for Reston, VA, outdoor patios and walkways with individual style
  • Grow grass or ground cover in the joints between flagstones
  • Save money by avoiding unnecessary cutting of flagstones in Reston, VA, when you design your outdoor flagstone landscape features
  • Create  naturalistic steps visually enhanced for safety
  • Creating contrast around your pool with flagstone in Reston, VA
  • Construct a permeable flagstone patio that permits rain water to safely re-enter the ground
  • Proper drainage design in the surrounding landscape ensures your flagstone patio in Reston, VA, has a smooth, safe, durable surface.

Flagstone Border for Paver Patio in Reston, VA

RSSY carries all of your landscape  materials, including an amazing selection of flagstone and natural stone, plus pavers from Belgard and Nicolock. Work with the landscape experts at RSSY and get personalized service and specific landscape recommendations for your projects.

No matter what ideas, needs or questions you have about using flagstone in Reston, VA, in your outdoor landscape design, the flagstone experts at RSSY will be your project advisor every step of the way.

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