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River stone · 07.02

40–80mm River Stone

Smooth, naturally rounded stone between golf ball and tennis ball size. Heavy enough to stay in place through a storm, for gabions, dry creek beds, water features and garden borders.

  • 40–80mm
  • Rounded
  • Unwashed
  • Sold per m³
40–80mm River Stone 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

40–80mm River Stone is a larger, smooth, naturally rounded stone between golf ball and tennis ball size, ranging from ivory and cream through to rich browns and greys. Its weight keeps it in place in storms, slows soil erosion and helps water drain. It’s used for gabion walls, dry creek beds, ponds, stone mulch and fire pit surrounds. Spread about 80–100mm deep; one cubic metre covers roughly 10–12.5 m².

40–80mm River Stone: the key points
Size40–80mm (golf ball to tennis ball)
Shape and textureSmooth, naturally rounded
ColoursRanges from soft ivory and cream through to rich browns and greys
SuppliedUnwashed, in bulk
Sold byThe cubic metre
Typical depthAbout 80–100mm
CoverageAbout 10–12.5 m² per m³
Approx. weightAbout 1.6 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

  • 01Heat resistant
  • 02Stands up to harsh weather, from intense summer heat and UV to heavy seasonal rain
  • 03Prevents soil erosion
  • 04Smoothly rounded texture
  • 05A natural stone that won’t alter your soil chemistry or leach anything into the garden
  • 06Helps drainage, so you need to irrigate less
  • 07Paths, driveways, garden beds, stone mulch, ponds, drainage and stepping-stone gaps
  • 08Low-maintenance and environmentally conscious
  • 09Keeps weeds down when laid over weed matting

Good jobs for it

Where it gets used

  • 01Gabion baskets and walls for retaining, entrances and fencing
  • 02A water-wise decorative mulch for garden beds that keeps weeds down and holds moisture
  • 03Dry creek beds that double as stormwater drainage
  • 04Water features and ponds
  • 05Paths and walkways with good grip underfoot
  • 06Decorative garden borders
  • 07Around fire pits and outdoor entertaining spaces, where heat resistance matters

Why the size matters

These stones run from golf ball to tennis ball size, each with a smooth, naturally rounded surface. Their natural colours range from soft ivory and cream to rich browns and greys. Time has smoothed every stone to a polished finish that suits many garden styles.

Stands up to the weather

Organic mulches need replacing regularly; these tough river pebbles don’t. They stand up to harsh Australian conditions, including intense UV, heavy rain and swings in temperature. Because they are big, they stay put far better than smaller gravel in a storm and give coverage that lasts.

40–80mm River Stone: your questions answered

Where is 40–80mm river stone used?

Gabion baskets and walls, dry creek beds, ponds and water features, garden borders, fire pit surrounds and water-wise stone mulch for garden beds.

How many cubic metres of 40–80mm river stone should I order?

Spread 80–100mm deep, one cubic metre covers about 10–12.5 m². Larger stone needs a thicker layer to hide the ground beneath it.

Will 40–80mm river stone work in gabion baskets?

Yes. Pick a mesh with openings smaller than the smallest stones so none fall through. Give the yard a call if you’d like help matching stone to your baskets.

Does larger river stone wash away in a downpour?

Its size and weight mean it holds its place much better than finer gravel, which is why it’s the stone for dry creek beds and stormwater channels.

More river stone options

20mm River Stone

Small, smooth pebbles that feel good underfoot, for paths and garden beds.

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