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Choosing Gravel for a French Drain

2023-03-18Updated: 2026-10-20 KK Ranch Stone & Gravel

A French drain is a gravel-filled trench with a pipe that carries water away from an area where it collects. The gravel you choose matters, and KK Ranch Stone & Gravel carries the three types most often used. Most French drains today use slotted pipe, filter fabric, and gravel. Older systems lacked these essential components, leading to clogs from accumulated soil and sand over time. Many builders prefer using perforated drainage pipes with long, narrow slits rather than small round holes, because slots reduce the amount of fine soil particles that can enter the system. Best Types of Gravel for French Drains The gravel... Read The Rest
Using Lueders Stone from KK Ranch Stone & Gravel

2023-02-02Updated: 2026-10-20 KK Ranch Stone & Gravel

Building an outdoor fireplace can add warmth and ambiance to your back yard. One of the best materials to use for this type of project is Lueders Stone from KK Ranch Stone & Gravel. Lueders Limestone is a versatile and beautiful Texas limestone that is well known for its durability and wide range of color choices.  Having an outdoor fireplace can provide many benefits, including: Warmth and ComfortAn outdoor fireplace is a great source of warmth and comfort, especially during cool evenings. It provides a cozy and inviting atmosphere for you and your guests to gather around. Improved AestheticsAn outdoor fireplace can serve... Read The Rest
Create Beautiful Additional Usable Space

2022-06-28Updated: 2026-10-20 KK Ranch Stone & Gravel

Your property can be a unique extension of your personality, even when it comes to the hardscape. Retaining walls are used to create a transition from one level of ground to another by holding back the dirt using stones or bricks. By cutting into a slope and allowing for level ground both above and below the wall, retaining walls increase the amount of flat, usable ground in a yard. Retaining walls in your front or backyard don't have to be mortared cinder blocks, for example. Using chopped stone as an alternative gives the yard more modern and contemporary look that's unmatched... Read The Rest
Practical Uses For This Versatile Rock

2022-01-19Updated: 2026-10-20 KK Ranch Stone & Gravel

Some people see pea gravel as simply small rocks, when in reality, it has numerous uses and is very visually appealing for home projects. Because pea gravel is formed by natural erosion it comes in natural colors such as browns, grays, and whites making it very versatile in its use and placement. Furthermore, since pea gravel is found near water, the erosion of the stones gives them unique ornamental shapes and decorative value.  In addition, pea gravel is inexpensive making it a desirable and decorative ground cover. KK Ranch Stone and Gravel has a large selection of gravel to meet your... Read The Rest
It's Firepit Season!

2021-11-22Updated: 2026-10-20 KK Ranch Stone & Gravel

Adding a firepit to your home creates a destination during the cool, winter months. Just because it's winter doesn't mean you can't still get out and enjoy your outdoor space. Firepits create a place to congregate, entertain, and enjoy fellowship with friends and loved ones. Who doesn’t enjoy kicking your feet up after a long day and enjoying a beverage and a bite to eat by an open fire? Constructing your own firepit can seem like an arduous task; however, the KK Ranch Stone & Gravel sales team can help you choose the right materials. The Best Rock Products For Base Construction We... Read The Rest
Curate Your Own Outdoor Escape

2021-07-14Updated: 2026-10-20 KK Ranch Stone & Gravel

Now that we’re in the thick of backyard barbecue and outdoor living season, KK Ranch Stone & Gravel knows how important it is to have your property in tip top shape. After all, you want the place where you’ll be spending the most amount of time to be the best it can be. At KK Ranch Stone & Gravel, we have all the sand, stone and gravel you need to turn your backyard into a sleek and sharp hangout zone.  One of our top selling products is our sand. Our Brown Brick Sand has multiple uses and can be used in... Read The Rest
Hardscaping with Aggregates

2021-01-29Updated: 2026-10-20 KK Ranch Stone & Gravel

Natural stones have been used for centuries in landscaping and construction. Cleburne contractors, homeowners, and landscapers know that KK Ranch Stone and Gravel carries a wide selection of natural stones. KK Ranch has served Johnson County since 2004 and carries more than 18 stone choices.    The experts at KK Ranch want to be a part of your next project. You can rely on us to provide information and inspiration. If you are thinking about improving your outdoor space, consider adding some natural stones to your landscape. Here are five ways you can use our natural stones to add style, dimension, and... Read The Rest
Transportation that suits your project needs 

2020-08-24Updated: 2024-04-16 KK Ranch Stone & Gravel

Let KK Ranch Stone & Gravel simplify your next project with our trucking services. We offer 6, 12, and 21 yards for delivery. Whether your delivery is large or small, we can find the perfect fit for your project’s needs with our fleet of Flatbeds, Tandem Trucks, and End Dumps.  You’ve made your purchase, now it's time to get your materials to your site. Let’s talk about your packing and delivery options. At KK Ranch Stone & Gravel, we make delivery easier for your landscaping projects with palletized and organized drops to your job site in sacks for a small DIY... Read The Rest
Fresh Layers of Road Base Gravel Every 1-2 Years

2020-08-01Updated: 2026-10-20 KK Ranch Stone & Gravel

Spring in Texas brings more than just bluebonnets—it brings heavy rain, shifting soil, and potholes in driveways. That’s why now is the perfect time to inspect and maintain your crushed limestone road base gravel driveway, a durable, cost-effective surface choice for homes and ranches across Johnson County. Road base gravel, especially the kind supplied by KK Ranch Stone & Gravel, is a practical, low-maintenance choice that complements rural properties and withstands both weather and wear. Its blend of crushed limestone creates an interlocking surface that is widely used for everything from heavy trucks to daily traffic—without becoming too rough for... Read The Rest