Black Lava Rock is made up of large, porous nuggets of volcanic rock. The rock comes in shades of dark gray, burgundy, and of course, black.
Black Lava Rock is normally used for decorative purposes, but it is also useful around fire pits for flame performance, and as a top dressing material that acts as a weed barrier.
Common applications:
Landscapes
Mulching
Accenting stepping stones or other pathways
Around ponds and gardens
Black Lava Rock (3/8") Uses and Applications
- Decorative ground cover in garden beds.
- Accent for potted plants and containers.
- Mulch alternative for xeriscaping.
- Decorative pathway border in landscaped areas.
- Top dressing for succulent and cactus gardens.
- Around fire pits for aesthetic appeal.
- Erosion control in sloped landscapes.
- Highlighting water features or ponds.
- Used in rock gardens for visual contrast.
- Decorative element in zen gardens.
- Fill for raised planter boxes.
- Base for outdoor art installations.
- Enhancing the aesthetic of open-air patios.
- Used in decorative planters for a modern look.
- Infilling for outdoor seating areas.
Disclaimer
Size Variation: Please allow for up to 5% larger or smaller pieces as well as up to 5% fine material within your product than what is described in the product information. This is due to the sieve mechanism.
Product Coloration: Product may appear darker or lighter than the picture due to being a natural product.
Guiding Volume: On orders of 4 tons or more, please allow for 5% more or less in product quantity regarding your ordered amount.
On orders less than 4 tons, please allow for 10% more or less product quantity regarding your ordered amount.
On much larger orders, the percentage of quantity difference will be reduced. These differences are due to the nature of the loading mechanism.
