About this stone

Clean mason sand washed and graded for mortar, concrete, and paver joints. The consistent fine texture produces strong, professional quality masonry work.

My experience with Mulch Mound was great and super easy. I ordered two yards of screened topsoil and was able to get it delivered within 2 days. They came in my requested time frame (afternoon) and dropped it off where I asked on my driveway. The topsoil was exactly what was a...

How much stone? Depends on the job. In Detroit, beds and borders run 2 inches. Paths and driveways need 4 to 6 inches or more.
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A yard is approximately 27 cubic feet. As a general guideline, one yard of material can cover an area of about 10 feet by 10 feet at a few inches deep.

Detroit Stone Delivery

Detroit Stone Delivery

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Regular price $49.00 per yard
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Why order through Mulch Mound

The best local stone, without the guesswork.

We hand-pick and partner with the best yards in your region, keep only the ones our buyers rate well, and back each load with our guarantee.

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If your stone isn't the quantity or quality you ordered, we'll make it right.

About this stone

Clean mason sand washed and graded for mortar, concrete, and paver joints. The consistent fine texture produces strong, professional quality masonry work.

My experience with Mulch Mound was great and super easy. I ordered two yards of screened topsoil and was able to get it delivered within 2 days. They came in my requested time frame (afternoon) and dropped it off where I asked on my driveway. The topsoil was exactly what was a...

How much stone? Depends on the job. In Detroit, beds and borders run 2 inches. Paths and driveways need 4 to 6 inches or more.
Use our free stone calculator

A yard is approximately 27 cubic feet. As a general guideline, one yard of material can cover an area of about 10 feet by 10 feet at a few inches deep.

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How It Works

Getting started is easy — just follow these simple steps

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Choose your stone

Make sure you adjust the quantity to your home's needs. You can use our calculator to estimate how much you'll need.

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Select your delivery date

Select a delivery date you'd like for the product to be dropped off at your home

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Sit back and wait

Sit back, wait, and let us work our magic to make sure the highest quality product is delivered to your driveway.

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Stone projects require accurate estimates—this stuff is heavy and delivery matters. Trace your area, choose a depth, and see tonnage before ordering. Detroit yards benefit from proper coverage, especially in drainage applications.

Stone Types We Deliver in Detroit

Mulch Mound makes it easy to order bulk gravel by the yard in Detroit, delivering quality stone directly to residential and commercial job sites. The region's freeze-thaw winters and heavy clay soils demand materials that perform season after season. We sell by the cubic yard so your project stays on budget, whether you are refreshing a pathway or preparing a solid base for a new patio.

Pea Gravel

Smooth and rounded with warm earth tones, pea gravel is a favorite for yards where a polished, low-maintenance look is the goal. It drains well through clay-heavy soils, making it a practical choice for pathways, garden borders, and decorative ground cover around mature trees and shrubs.

Mason Sand

Mason sand is a fine, consistent material that builders and landscapers in this part of Michigan rely on for setting paver joints and leveling bases beneath patios and walkways. Its smooth texture locks pavers firmly in place, which matters in a climate where repeated freezing and thawing can shift even well-laid surfaces.

Complete Your Outdoor Stone Project

Paths and patios in Detroit need stone. Beds need mulch on top and soil underneath for clay conditions. Get the full package delivered together.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Butt landscape edging joints tightly together with no visible gaps between sections. Gaps let stone escape into lawn and allow weeds to enter. Overlapping joints work better than butt joints.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Crushed recycled concrete makes an affordable alternative to natural gravel for base layers and driveways. It compacts well, drains adequately, and costs significantly less than quarried stone products.

Mulch Mound Pro Tip

Do not skip the gravel base layer under pavers, flagstone, or any hardscape surface. Properly compacted gravel base prevents settling, heaving, and cracked surfaces. It is absolutely not optional.

The Unique Landscape of Detroit

Decorative stone is an easy way to upgrade function and curb appeal. Detroit freeze–thaw and spring rain can beat up beds if materials aren’t refreshed. In Detroit, Michigan, stone is a smart choice for low-maintenance areas, drainage fixes, and high-traffic spots. It’s great for edging, drainage zones, and decorative areas that need to stay put. Base prep and edging keep stone from migrating into the lawn. Pick the right size for the job, from decorative rock to compactable gravel. Delivery keeps the focus on the work, not on loading and unloading bags.

Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I prepare the area for stone?

Clear vegetation, slope away from structures, compact ground, install fabric, add stone. Detroit's urban clay compaction makes prep work crucial.

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How do I keep weeds out of stone?

Good fabric underneath is key. For weeds that break through, spray or pull before they seed. Regular inspection catches them early.

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Where will you drop the stone?

Where you indicate. Select location at checkout and include any relevant notes about access or preferred spots.

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Does stone help with drainage?

Absolutely—water flows through instead of pooling. For Detroit yards dealing with urban clay compaction, stone beds outperform mulch in wet spots.

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Do I need to be home for delivery?

Not at all. Just leave placement instructions and pick a delivery window at checkout. Being home is optional.

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How do I clean stone beds?

Leaf blower for debris, rake to redistribute shifted stone. Pressure washer handles tough stains on decorative rock.

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How much stone do I need?

Different sizes, different coverage. Pea-sized gravel goes further per ton than chunky rock. Calculate area, use our sizing tool, add 10%.