Black Basalt for Your Garden

Black Basalt is a versatile and stylish garden stone, perfect for enhancing contemporary landscapes. Its natural grey tone pairs beautifully with modern properties, particularly those featuring grey accents in their interior or exterior design. When wet, these stones transform into a striking deep black, making them a great match for any color scheme or style.

One popular use for Black Basalt Chippings is as a sleek garden border, elegantly framing pathways or winding neatly around a home’s exterior. These chippings also provide a stunning contrast when bordering patios or fences, adding texture and visual interest to your outdoor space.

With its ability to complement various design elements, Black Basalt Chippings are an excellent choice for creating polished, cohesive garden aesthetics.

Black Basalt for a Pond or Water Feature

To truly admire the deep black hues of Black Basalt Chippings, viewing them when wet is a must. This makes them an exceptional choice for water features, whether natural or manmade. From cascading waterfalls to sleek, shop-bought fountains, Black Basalt Chippings elevate the aesthetic, adding a touch of sophistication and depth.

A growing trend among garden enthusiasts is incorporating small, contained ponds to attract wildlife. Black Basalt Chippings are ideal for decorating the edges of a pond or even lining its interior. Their natural composition makes them fish-friendly and safe for pond ecosystems, ensuring they enhance the beauty of your water feature without harming its inhabitants.

How to Lay Black Basalt Chippings in Your Garden

If you're an experienced DIY enthusiast or gardener, incorporating Black Basalt Chippings into your outdoor space can be a straightforward, low-cost project. As a trusted decorative stone supplier, we provide all the tools and materials you’ll need for a seamless installation. Follow our guide below for helpful tips when using Black Basalt as a decorative garden feature.

For pathways, driveways, or a sturdy decorative feature, start by laying a base layer using Limestone Type 1 (MOT Type 1). This graded 40mm limestone should be applied at a depth of around 50mm.

While a base layer isn’t always necessary for garden borders or purely decorative areas, it is highly recommended for areas with foot or vehicle traffic.

Accurately measure the area where you plan to lay your Black Basalt Chippings.

Use our Quantity Calculator to determine how much base layer material and decorative gravel you’ll need.

For borders and decorative features, lay down Weed Fabric before adding your chippings. This will ensure long-term weed control, keeping your garden feature neat and low-maintenance. We offer various sizes to suit your project.

The only ongoing care required is an occasional top-up of the chippings to maintain a uniform depth and appearance.

As a naturally sourced product, Black Basalt Chippings may vary slightly in color between batches. Additionally, your stones may arrive with a layer of dust from transport. Simply hose them down to reveal their true, vibrant colors.

By following these steps, you’ll create a durable, beautiful garden feature that enhances your outdoor space for years to come.

Buy With Confidence

• Our Black Basalt can be purchased in 20kg maxi bags or bulk bags that weigh approx. 850kg
• Not sure how much you need? Use our quantity calculator and enter your garden width and length to find out how many maxi bags/bulk bags you need! 
• Please select the bag size you'd like to buy and add it to your basket 
• Our aggregates will either arrive on a HIAB lorry that can be used to lift the stone onto your garden, or it will arrive on a pallet for kerbside delivery; depending on your address
• You can choose a free collection from one of our Depots or fuss-free, home delivery.

A Service You Can Rely On

• Our reliable service offers prompt delivery to any area in the UK
• Stone Zone is a family-run business that has been well-established since 1998
• Our efficient customer advisors can help you with your purchase
• We pride ourselves on offering a range of affordable garden supplies 

Sample stones are available in-store, please ask a customer advisor. 

A Delivery Service Tailored to You

Our top-rated delivery service is reliable and flexible to suit you, however, it can cary depending on where you live. Click here for more information on our delivery service and if your postcode is classed as 'local' or 'national.'

Any questions? Use our live chat to speak to an advisor, alternatively, you can fill out an enquiry form or call us on 01202 874207.