ABC – Screening

ABC Screening — Compactable, Multi-Purpose Base Material for Strong Foundations & Landscape Support

Prepare your outdoor projects with confidence using ABC Screening from Red Barn Mulch and Landscape Supply — a finely crushed stone product made up of a mix of small angular particles and stone fines. This screened aggregate material is designed to compact tightly into a stable, dense surface, making it an excellent choice for foundational and preparatory work where strength, levelness, and durability are key.

Whether you’re building a patio, installing pavers, leveling walkways, or creating a base layer for hardscape features, ABC Screening provides the solid, workable substrate you need to support long-lasting results.

What Makes ABC Screening Special

• Screened, Fine Aggregate: Made from crushed stone that has been passed through screens to remove large stones and debris, resulting in a uniform texture of small particles and fines that lock together under compaction.

• Excellent Compaction Properties: The fine, angular fragments interlock tightly when compressed, creating a dense, stable base that’s ideal for supporting paved surfaces and structural layers.

• Workable & Easy to Grade: Thanks to its consistent particle size and screened finish, this material spreads evenly and is simple to level before compaction.

• Blends into Landscape: Its natural stone composition and earthy tones blend seamlessly with surrounding materials and outdoor environments.

Because of its screened makeup and mix of fines and aggregate, ABC Screening is much more compactable than clean stone alone, making it a preferred option where a firm, even foundation is required.

Common Uses & Landscape Applications

Base Layer Under Pavers & Hardscapes
ABC Screening is ideal for creating a stable base layer under patios, brick walkways, flagstone, and other hardscape features. The fine particles help minimize voids, allowing the surface to become smooth and level once compacted.

Leveling Pads & Pathways
Use it to level uneven ground or to create a firm walking surface in garden paths, side yard walkways, or between outdoor features.

Sub-Base for Outdoor Projects
Great for sub-base applications under sheds, utility pads, and outdoor structures that require a dense, compactable layer to support materials placed above.

Joint Filling & Fine Grading
ABC Screening’s fine texture also makes it useful as a joint filler between pavers or stone slabs, helping lock pieces in place and reduce settling over time.

Performance & Practical Benefits

• Dense Stability: Once compacted, this screened material forms a hard, reliable base that resists shifting, settling, and breaking under light loads and foot traffic.

• Improved Wear Resistance: Ideal for areas that see repeated use or need a firm surface beneath decorative elements.

• Easier Finishing: Its fine-grade texture creates a level surface that is easier to work with than mixed-size aggregate or clean stone bases.

• Low Maintenance: Once installed and compacted, ABC Screening requires minimal upkeep — just occasional checks and regrading if needed.

Unlike coarse gravel or loose stone, the angular particles and fines in screenings help bind the material together under pressure, resulting in a firm, unified base layer for outdoor hardscapes and structural features.

Convenient Delivery or Pickup

ABC Screening is available for delivery directly to your project site or pickup at checkout, giving you flexibility whether you’re a DIY homeowner tackling a small project or a professional landscaper working on larger installs. Build better from the ground up with ABC Screening — a dependable, compactable aggregate base that provides the foundation your outdoor spaces need for strength, performance, and lasting success.