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Aggregate · 08.10

20mm Recycled Concrete

20mm recycled concrete for drainage, driveways and sub-base layers. Recycled, stable and easy on the budget.

  • 20mm
  • Recycled
  • Blue-grey tone
  • Sold per m³
20mm Recycled Concrete supplied in bulk by Jimel Transport
Natural product. Every load is a natural material, so colour, shape and size can vary a little from batch to batch. Treat the photos on this site as a guide.

Quick answer

20mm Recycled Concrete is a sustainable aggregate in a blue-grey tone. It copes with weather and foot traffic and drains very well, so it works as a base under pavers or garden beds and on driveways, paths and patios, as well as in garden features and concrete mixes. Lay it about 50–75mm deep and compact it for a firmer surface.

20mm Recycled Concrete: the key points
Size20mm
MaterialCrushed recycled concrete
ColourBlue-grey tone
Sold byThe cubic metre
Typical depthAbout 50–75mm
CoverageAbout 13–20 m² per m³
Approx. weightAbout 1.4 tonnes per m³

These coverage and weight figures are a guide. Work out your own area with the volume calculator.

Why choose it

What it does well

  • 01Sustainable and eco-friendly
  • 02Its blue-grey colour stands out against plants and soil
  • 03Handles weather and foot traffic
  • 04Superior for drainage

Good jobs for it

Where it gets used

  • 01Base for pavers or garden beds
  • 02Garden feature
  • 03Driveways
  • 04Paths
  • 05Concrete mixes
  • 06Patios

Easy on the environment

Made from premium recycled concrete, this is an eco-friendly alternative to newly quarried material that cuts waste and saves natural resources. Being recycled takes nothing away from its strength: it lasts and stands up to weather and heavy use. Choosing recycled material keeps resources in a closed loop, which makes it a great pick for landscapers who care about their footprint.

Step by step

Using 20mm Recycled Concrete on your job

  1. 01Start with a clean, level surface. For paths or driveways, you may need to dig out some soil or existing material to get the depth you want.
  2. 02Rake or shovel the aggregate evenly over the area. For a firmer finish, compact it with a mechanical plate compactor.
  3. 03Building a base for pavers or garden features? Spread the aggregate in an even layer first, then bed the pavers or features on it.
  4. 04For decorative jobs, such as around garden beds or as a landscape feature, keep the layer even and level.

20mm Recycled Concrete: your questions answered

Is 20mm recycled concrete just blue metal by another name?

No. It’s made from crushed recycled concrete rather than quarried rock, so it’s paler, lighter and usually cheaper. Blue metal is the harder, more consistent stone.

Will 20mm recycled concrete work for a driveway?

Yes. Spread it evenly, then run a plate compactor over it for a firmer surface.

How many cubic metres of 20mm recycled concrete should I order?

At 50–75mm deep, one cubic metre covers roughly 13–20 m².

Compare with

20mm Blue Metal

Deep blue-grey aggregate for paths, driveways and garden beds. Tough, weather resistant and covers a lot of ground.

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