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Choosing Recycled Concrete for a Large Driveway

For a 1,000 sq ft driveway, 3/4-inch recycled concrete compacts better than 1.5-inch. Compact subgrade, spread 3 inches, compact with plate compactor. Slopes of 1-2% are fine. Rent a compactor—prevents ruts long-term.

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