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MOT Type 1

MOT Type 1

Please note: Minimum order value £77.00

Regular price £89.00
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Bulk Bag Price includes local delivery & VAT

MOT Type 1 is a crushed limestone/granite, which is cost effective and practical. As well as meeting the Department of Transports specification for granular sub-base material, it’s also durable and incredibly versatile.
This product is ideal for a range of applications, including driveways, pathways, and as a base for patios and other landscaping projects. It’s easy to install and maintain, and is a great choice for those looking for a cost-effective solution.

Features & Benefits

  • Creates hardcore base for projects requiring a firm sub-base.
  • Bulk bag ideal to cover large area.
  • Can be used as backfill.
  • Provides long-term support.
  • Achieves even surface when compacted.
  • Sub-base formed from crushed concrete.
  • Made up of hard stone, sand and other material such as limestone, gritstone and granite.
  • Provides a strong foundation for drives, paths, patios, roads and building bases.

How to Use MOT Type 1

For best results, follow these steps:

  1. Prepare the Area: Clear the site of any vegetation and debris.
  2. Lay the MOT Type 1: Spread the aggregate evenly across the area.
  3. Compact the Base: Use a compactor to ensure the material is well compacted.
  4. Check the Levels: Ensure the base is level and adjust as necessary.

Why Gardenscape?

Calculators

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Samples

The majority of our products are naturally occurring and many therefore differ in colour and texture from one year to the next. we use trusted suppliers. We avoid changing suppliers wherever we can, in order to maintain consistency.

If you are in doubt as to whether you are ordering the correct product, or a similar product to what you have ordered before, please contact us and request a small sample through the post.

Collecting Product

Collect from us

The majority of the products that we sell can be collected from our depot in Newenden Kent, either loose or in Bulk Bags, for considerable savings. The minimum that can be collected loose is 1/2 tonne or 1/2 cu. m.

NOTE - Your vehicle / trailer must be large enough to be able to be loaded without product overflow. It is your responsibility to ensure that your vehicle is not overloaded.

Delivery costs

The cost of local deliveries to Kent, Sussex and Surrey are free and included in the quoted prices.

Deliveries to London postcodes ( E,HA,SE,SL,SW,UB,WD) incur a once off visit charge of £35.00 with Central London postcodes(EC,EN,N,NW,W,WC) incurring a  once off visit charge of £65.00.

Deliveries in other parts of the country will incur additional per bag charges.

All these surcharges will be calculated on check out prior to confirmation and payment.

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