Sieve Analysis Options for Landscape Architects

Why Landscape Architects Specify Sieve Analysis for Stone & Gravel Projects

When working with stone, landscape architects much prefer working with consistently graded products. There is no better way to get that specifically graded stone than with sieve analysis. The sieve analysis process creates groups of stone or other aggregates, sorted out by size from large to small, using a series of screens set to increasingly smaller holes. With specific gradations, an architect can create much more functional designs, accounting for factors like drainage and ADA compliance with things like walkways. Here are some of our top sieve-tested products:

Our Top Stone Products for Sieve-Tested Specifications

At DeFeo Materials, we offer a variety of sieve-tested rock and gravel to fit your specific design and vision. Available in all different sizes, here are some of the fantastic options:

New England River Rock Gradation for Professional Design

The ever-colorful New England River Rock is always a great option for a professional design. The muted reds, grays, blues, and yellows make for an eye-catching mix. After sieve analysis, we offer sizes varying from ¼” on the small end up to rocks ranging from 5-10”. With these groupings come loads of different applications. This includes walkways and playgrounds with the smaller sizes up to landscape features and pond accents with larger ones.

Specifying Berkshire Blend for Consistent Multi-Phase Delivery

Berkshire Blend is another great mix, with this one having more tans, creams, and yellows that can provide a bit of life to a landscape. Here, sieve analysis has produced sizes ranging from 1”4 on the small end up to the large grouping of 1-3” stones. The smaller Berkshire blend looks great around patios while the larger mixes thrive around pools, flower beds, and businesses in general.

White Marble and Patriot Mountain for Technical Standards

White marble, meanwhile, gives a bright white alternative. After sieve analysis, options from ⅜” stones up to 2” stones are available. These are great for landscaping with great drainage properties. Patriot Mountain, on the other hand, provides a blast of color coming in brighter reds, blues, oranges, and whites. Here, stones come tested at 1-2” and 2-4” making for great use around pools and creek beds.

Incorporating Sieve Analysis into Landscape Design Submittals

Incorporating sieve analysis into a landscape design submission should be a no-brainer. Through sieve analysis, you can be sure that all soil and aggregates used meet the project standards and follow project-specific gradations. These specific gradations ensure proper stability in the design, drainage throughout the project, and underlying plant health of the area. All of these factors contribute to the overall success and longevity of the project.

Engineering Landscape Solutions with Custom Sieve Testing

Here are some great examples of utilizing custom sieve testing to create a product idea for certain projects:

Filtering Stone for Specialized Drainage and Bio-Retention Basins

Through sieve analysis, you can get proper-sized rocks for specialized drainage. This allows for projects like bio-retention basins and other key projects that help drain complex scenarios around things like construction or sewers. Stone fitting certain specifications is essential to get proper functionality out of these designs.

Sieve Testing for Pedestrian Walkways and ADA Compliance

Sieve analysis once again thrives when designing pedestrian walkways. Not only is size important for the comfort and aesthetics of the path, but the functionality as well. ADA compliance calls for certain specifications that require sieve analysis to properly see through.

Solving Logistical Challenges in Large Commercial Landscape Projects

On large commercial landscape projects, logistics are key to the fluidity of the operation making the solving of any challenges key. Having a one-stop shop for aggregates, sieve analysis, transportation, and more can help solve a ton of those logistical fears. At DeFeo Materials, we offer an array of services that will improve the quality and timeline of your landscape architect project. With years of experience and a well-oiled team, there is no project we can’t sort out. For some sieve-tested products or any number of other awesome services, call or go online today to get yourself on the books.