SCOOP BLACK LAVA 3/8″
This crushed volcanic scoria aggregate serves as a porous, inorganic ground cover for landscaping. Featuring a natural dark color palette and vesicular texture, the material provides a durable alternative to organic mulch. It is designed to retain moisture and resist decomposition in garden beds and decorative applications.
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About 3/8″ Black Lava
3/8″ Black Lava is a natural, crushed volcanic aggregate sourced for professional landscaping and masonry uses. Geologically classified as scoria, this material is formed from solidified magma, resulting in a stone with a highly vesicular and porous structure. It functions as a durable, inorganic ground cover that provides a textural contrast to plants and architecture. The aggregate is processed through crushing and screening to achieve a specific gradation size, ensuring uniformity for installation in various outdoor environments.
3/8″ Black Lava Technical Specifications
- Material Type: Natural Volcanic Scoria (Lava Rock)
- Nominal Size: 3/8 inch
- Color Range: Black, Graphite, and Dark Grey
- Texture: Porous, vesicular, crushed
- Material State: Solid inorganic aggregate
Applications & Material Features of 3/8″ Black Lava
3/8″ Black Lava is frequently utilized as a decorative mulch substitute in garden beds, planters, and walkways. Its naturally porous composition facilitates water permeability, allowing moisture to reach the soil while reducing evaporation rates. Unlike organic wood mulches, this volcanic stone resists decomposition and degradation, maintaining its volume and appearance over time. The material is comparatively lightweight due to its air-filled pockets, making it suitable for applications where weight load is a consideration.
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What is the material composition of this aggregate?
This product is crushed natural volcanic scoria, commonly known as lava rock, which is formed from cooled magma.
Is the material porous?
Yes, the rock features a vesicular texture with numerous natural air pockets, making it porous and lightweight.
Does this product degrade over time?
As an inorganic stone material, it does not decompose or decay like wood-based mulches.
What is the screening size?
The aggregate is mechanically screened to a nominal 3/8-inch size classification.
Is the color uniform?
Being a mined natural product, color variations including black, charcoal, and grey are typical.
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