Mendip Type 3 is a crushed limestone aggregate designed to provide a free-draining sub-base where water movement is required. Unlike Type 1, Type 3 contains fewer fines, allowing water to pass through the material more easily while still providing structural support. This makes Mendip Type 3 particularly suitable for: Sports pitches, equestrian arenas, tennis courts Permeable paving systems Driveways and access roads requiring drainage Sub-bases in areas prone to standing water Sustainable drainage (SuDS) applications Produced from Mendip limestone, this material offers consistent grading from 0-40mm and offers reliable performance when installed and compacted correctly. Mendip Type 3 is supplied in bulk bags or loose loads depending on project requirements. Mendip Type 3 FAQs: What is it used for?It’s used as a free-draining sub-base, particularly under permeable paving and in areas where water needs to drain through the structure. What’s the difference between Type 1 and Type 3?Type 1 is designed to compact tightly with fines, while Type 3 contains fewer fines and allows better drainage. Is Type 3 suitable for driveways?Yes as a base, where drainage is required beneath the finished surface. How is it supplied?Available in bulk bags or loose loads depending on access and quantity. See more of our range of aggregates here.
