Selecting the right topsoil
There are different grades of topsoil. Some are specialist and others are suited for a variety of applications. It is important to choose the right topsoil for your project.
| Specification | Blended Loam® Topsoil | Screened Loam Topsoil | Beds & Borders Topsoil | Vegetable & Fruit Topsoil | Turf & Lawn Seeding Topsoil |
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| Typically classified as 'Sandy Loam' |  |
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| Typically classified as 'Loamy Sand' | |
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| Screened 20mm | |
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| Screened 10mm | |
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| Safe | |
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| Tested to BS3882:2007 | |
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| Peat free | |
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| > Added Sand | |
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| > Soil Conditioner | |
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| > Controlled release fertiliser | |
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| > Water retentive polymer | |
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| Typical pH | 7.3 | 7.6 | 7.3 | 7.6 | 7.5 |
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| Friable in wet conditions | |
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| Minimal stone content | |
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| Typical organic content | 9% | 3% | 7% | 6% | 4% |
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| > Small bag | |
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| > 0.73m3 bulk bag (730 litres) | 20mm |
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| > 1m3 bulk bag (1000 litres) | |
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| > 10-29 tonne tipper loads | |
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| > 10-29 tonne 'walking floor' loads | |
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| > Small bag | Up to 2m² at a depth of 10mm | ||||
| > 0.73m3 bulk bag | Up to 14.6m² at a depth of 50mm | Up to 14.6m² at a depth of 50mm | |||
| > 1m3 bulk bag | Up to 20m² at a depth of 50mm | Up to 20m² at a depth of 50mm | Up to 20m² at a depth of 50mm | ||
| Blended Loam® Topsoil | Screened Loam Topsoil | Beds & Borders Topsoil | Vegetable & Fruit Topsoil | Turf & Lawn Seeding Topsoil | |
As well as offering topsoil in bags and loose loads we are also able to deliver utilising various vehicle options. Please contact us to discuss your particular needs.
All volumes are approximate when packed
* Loose loads stored under cover to ensure you receive a workable product.