Toppings & Screenings
Decorative & Functional Gravels for Melbourne Gardens
Finish your paths, driveways, and garden spaces with our quality decorative toppings and crushed rock screenings. Popular options like our Honey Granite Screenings (available in 10mm and 20mm grades), Crushed Honey Granite Topping, and crushed rock are available for delivery to Eltham, Research, Kangaroo Ground and surrounding areas. Ideal for paths, firepit areas, and even as a mineral-mulch.
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Sustainable base material | Cost-effective | Ideal for paths, driveways & sub-base preparation
Our Recycled Crushed Rock 20mm C3 is a high-performance compactible material made from recycled concrete and construction waste—perfect for environmentally conscious projects. Its coarse 20mm grade makes it an ideal sub-base for paving, driveways, concrete slabs, and compacted pathways.
Strong, stable, and cost-effective, this recycled rock is a popular choice for both residential and commercial landscaping across Eltham and surrounding areas.
Ideal for:
- Sub-base under toppings, pavers or concrete
- Driveways and hardstands
- Crushed rock paths and construction foundations
Key Features:
✅ 20mm particle size for excellent compaction
✅ Made from recycled construction materials – eco-friendly
✅ Complies with C3 crushed rock specifications
✅ Great value for large-scale and residential use
Available in bulk or by the bag for pickup or local delivery across Eltham, Research, Diamond Creek, and nearby suburbs.
Lightweight volcanic stone | Ideal for drainage & garden beds | Naturally porous
20mm Scoria Rock is a lightweight, porous volcanic stone perfect for improving drainage in garden beds, behind retaining walls, and around soak wells or agi pipe. It's porous texture also lends it to use as a reservoir for self-watering pots or even as a grow medium for some plants.
Scoria’s excellent drainage properties help prevent waterlogging and root rot—making it an essential material for healthy gardens in clay-prone or wet soil areas.
Ideal for:
- Garden bed drainage and soil aeration
- Filling behind retaining walls or subsoil piping
- As a grow medium for suitable species in a self-watering setup.
Key Features:
✅ 20mm size – versatile and easy to handle
✅ Excellent drainage and water flow control
✅ Lightweight yet durable volcanic stone
✅ Natural earthy colour for landscaping appeal
Available in bulk or by the cubic metre for pickup or local delivery across Eltham, Research, Diamond Creek, and surrounding suburbs.
Warm, natural finish | Ideal for compacted garden paths | Perfect for local gardens
Crushed Honey Granite Toppings are a stunning, warm-toned decorative topping, perfect for creating compacted paths, driveways, and garden features. With its golden honey colour and slightly variable tone, this natural stone blend brings character and cohesion to both native and modern landscapes.
Designed for use over a compacted crushed rock base, this topping compacts tightly underfoot, making it a durable and low-maintenance option for outdoor areas.
Best used for:
- Compacting garden paths and walkway
- Driveways and front garden features
- Natural-looking landscaping in Eltham & surrounds
Key Features:
✅ Rich honey colour with natural variation
✅ Excellent compaction for stable surfaces
✅ Pairs perfectly with crushed rock base
✅ Suitable for residential and commercial landscaping
Available in bulk or by the cubic metre for pickup or local delivery across Eltham, Research, Diamond Creek, and nearby areas.
*This is a natural product and colour may vary
Locally sourced from Donnybrook | Compactible surface | Warm Tuscan tones
Our Tuscan Toppings are locally sourced from Donnybrook and are a favourite choice for creating natural, compactible surfaces. With their warm, earthy tones, these toppings are perfect for pathways, driveways, and feature areas where you want both durability and style.
Once compacted, Tuscan Toppings create a smooth, stable finish that’s easy to maintain and long-lasting. Their natural Donnybrook colouring makes them ideal for blending seamlessly into both native and contemporary landscape designs.
Ideal for:
- Garden paths and walkways
- Driveways and front landscaping
- Compactible bases for outdoor areas
- Rustic and natural-style landscapes
Key Features:
✅ Locally sourced from Donnybrook
✅ Warm, natural Tuscan colouring
✅ Compacts tightly for stable surfaces
✅ Smooth underfoot finish once set
✅ Suitable for residential and commercial landscaping
Available in bulk or by the cubic metre for pickup or local delivery across Eltham, Research, Diamond Creek, and surrounding suburbs.
Fine Recycled Stone for Drainage & Bedding AKA "quarter minus"
A versatile fine aggregate ideal for drainage and bedding applications, our ¼- Screenings are sourced sustainably from Repurpose It. This clean, recycled stone is perfect for agi pipe backfill, paving sub-bases, concrete mixes, and landscape preparation. With excellent compaction and consistency, it’s a reliable option for both trades and home garden projects.
Ideal for:
- Drainage trenches and agi pipe bedding
- Concrete aggregate blends
- Sub-base for paving or synthetic turf
- General landscaping prep work
Size: <7mm (washed and screened)
✅ Clean recycled material from Repurpose It
✅ Suitable for domestic and trade use
✅ Available in bulk or smaller load sizes
✅ Local delivery available across Eltham, Research, Montmorency & surrounds
Available for local delivery or pickup with a suitable vehicle or trailer.
Decorative | Free-Draining | Ideal for Paths & Drainage Areas
Our 14mm Honey Granite Screenings feature warm golden tones and a larger stone size that combines visual appeal with excellent functionality. Sourced from Victorian quarries, this crushed granite is ideal for areas where both drainage and fire safety are priorities.
Its angular structure makes it suitable for:
- Garden paths and informal walkways – natural look with low upkeep
- Driveways and access tracks – compactable yet permeable
- Drainage applications – behind retaining walls or in soakage zones
- Firewise landscaping – a long-lasting, non-combustible mulch alternative for garden beds and zones near buildings
Widely used in Eltham, Warrandyte, Research, and other bushfire-prone parts of Melbourne, 14mm Honey Granite is a smart, sustainable choice for both residential and commercial projects.
✅ Free-draining and low maintenance
✅ Fire-safe and long-lasting alternative to organic mulch
✅ Available in bulk or 20kg bags
✅ Delivery across Melbourne’s north-eastern suburbs
Price per m3 for bulk supplies.
Strong & versatile | Excellent drainage | Ideal base material
Our 14mm Aggregate is a coarse, clean stone blend suitable for a range of construction and landscaping applications. Its larger particle size makes it ideal as a sub-base material for concrete slabs, driveways, paths, and drainage systems, where strength and flow-through capacity are essential.
Because the stones are relatively large, this aggregate permits water to pass through, reducing pooling and helping maintain stability under structural loads. It’s commonly used around pipe bedding, retaining wall backfill, and civil works projects.
Ideal for:
- Drainage and pipe bedding
- Backfill for retaining walls
- Structural and landscaping foundations
- Aggregate for concrete mix
Key Features:
✅ Coarse 14mm stone size for strength and stability
✅ Excellent drainage capacity — reduces waterlogging
✅ Suitable for load-bearing and civil applications
✅ Clean, screened material ready for use
Available in bulk or by the cubic metre for pickup or local delivery across Eltham, Research, Diamond Creek, and surrounding suburbs.
Decorative, durable & compactable | Perfect for paths and driveways
Coldstream Toppings is a finely crushed limestone blend that compacts into a firm, stable surface — ideal for driveways, garden paths and landscaped areas. When laid correctly over a prepared base and compacted thoroughly, it forms a clean, functional finish that balances aesthetics with practicality.
Ideal for:
• Driveways and vehicle access tracks (over a strong base)
• Garden walkways and pathways
• Decorative landscaping borders and entrances
• Outdoor entertaining zones with compacted surfacing
• Areas where a firm but permeable topping is required
Key Features:
✅ Crushed limestone for excellent compaction
✅ Creates a hard, firm surface when compacted over base material
✅ Natural, rustic brown/orange tones for aesthetic appeal
✅ Low-maintenance and durable under normal traffic
When installing, lay Coldstream Toppings at a minimum depth of 50 mm, moisten lightly, and compact using a roller or vibrating plate to achieve the best results.
Available in bulk or by the cubic metre for pickup or local delivery across Eltham, Research, Diamond Creek, Greensborough and neighbouring suburbs.
Natural earthy finish | Easy to compact | Ideal for paths & driveways
Our Fine Crushed Granite (Granitic Sand) is a finely graded decomposed honey granite ideal for creating firm, compacted paths and driveways with a soft, natural aesthetic. Its warm honey-tan tone blends beautifully with native landscapes, making it a popular choice for bush-style gardens, informal walkways, and sustainable outdoor designs.
When moistened and compacted, it forms a stable surface that’s comfortable underfoot while still allowing for natural drainage. It’s a versatile, cost-effective material suited to a range of applications around the home or in landscaping projects.
Ideal for:
- Compactable pathways and driveways
- Native and informal garden designs
- Underlays for toppings or decorative gravels
- Natural-look outdoor surfaces
Key Features:
✅ Locally sourced natural product
✅ Sandy honey/tan colour for a warm, earthy look
✅ Compacts firmly for a stable walking surface
✅ Allows natural drainage while maintaining structure
Available in bulk or by the cubic metre for pickup or local delivery from our Eltham yard.
Fine, compactable & highly versatile | Excellent base & drainage material
Crusher Dust is a finely graded crushed rock product (approx. 5 mm down to dust) that compacts firmly to create stable bases for landscaping and civil use. It’s especially useful in garden supplies and landscape supplies for foundations, path bases, driveway base layers, and wherever solid, compact surfaces are needed.
With strong compaction, good drainage, and affordability, it’s commonly used under synthetic turf, paving, concrete slabs, and as foundation material under outdoor structures.
Ideal for:
• Base layers under patios, pavers & pathways
• Foundations for driveways & vehicle access tracks
• Bedding under synthetic turf or artificial lawn
• Under concrete slabs & shed bases
• Filling trenches, stabilising uneven soil & water-drained areas
Key Features:
✅ Fine grading (5 mm down to dust) for tight compaction and stable base
✅ Excellent drainage properties – helps prevent water pooling and soil wash-out
✅ Strong load-bearing capacity once compacted – supports structures and surfaces reliably
✅ Low-clay, quality crushed rock option – reduces movement, swelling, or shifting over time
Available in bulk or by the cubic metre for pickup or local delivery across Eltham, Research, Diamond Creek, Greensborough and surrounding suburbs.
Warm earthy tones | Durable stone | Decorative & functional landscaping use
Local Tuscan Screenings from Donnybrook are a premium stone product, loved for their warm, rustic tones and versatile applications. Perfect for driveways, pathways, and decorative garden features, these screenings provide excellent compaction while adding natural beauty to any landscape design.
Their earthy colouring pairs beautifully with greenery, timber, and stone, making them a popular choice for both residential and commercial landscaping projects. Strong, durable, and reliable, Tuscan Screenings are as practical as they are visually appealing.
Ideal for:
- Driveways and garden pathways
- Decorative landscaping features
- Base layer for functional surfaces
- Enhancing natural landscape designs
Key Features:
✅ Premium Tuscan stone sourced from Donnybrook
✅ Warm natural tones for a rustic finish
✅ Provides good compaction and drainage
✅ Suitable for residential and commercial use
Available in bulk or by the cubic metre for pickup or local delivery across Eltham, Research, Diamond Creek, and surrounding suburbs.
Compactable& durable | Silver-grey granite | Ideal for paths and driveways
Oaklands 10mm Crushed Granite Toppings is a light grey decorative topping sourced from the Oaklands Junction Quarry in Victoria. This finely crushed granite blend compacts down to form a stable, firm surface ideal for driveways, pathways, and landscaped areas.
Its neutral grey tone provides a modern and natural finish that complements a wide range of garden and architectural styles, while its excellent compaction properties make it both functional and attractive for high-traffic surfaces.
Ideal for:
• Pathways and garden walkways
• Driveway surfacing (over a compacted base)
• Courtyards and outdoor entertaining areas
• Decorative landscape features and borders
• General landscaping and garden supply projects
Key Features:
✅ 10 mm minus crushed granite — excellent compaction and stability
✅ Light grey colour for a clean, contemporary appearance
✅ Durable surface suitable for both foot and vehicle traffic
✅ Low maintenance and long-lasting once compacted
✅ Locally sourced from Oaklands Junction Quarry, Victoria
Available in bulk or in 1/4m3 or 1/2m3 loads for pickup or local delivery across Eltham, Research, Diamond Creek, Greensborough and surrounding suburbs
Flexible gifting | Perfect for the keen gardeners in your life | Usable in-store or online
Looking for the perfect present? An ID Garden & Landscape Centre Gift Voucher is a thoughtful and practical gift for garden lovers, DIY landscapers, or anyone working on an outdoor project. Available in a range of values, our vouchers give the freedom to choose from our full range of soils, mulches, plants, tools, and landscaping supplies.
Gift Vouchers can be redeemed in-store or online, making them a flexible option for friends, family, or colleagues who want to create their dream garden or landscape.
Ideal for:
- Birthdays, Christmas, and special occasions
- Garden enthusiasts and DIY landscapers
- Corporate gifts and thank-yous
- Flexible gifting when you’re not sure what to choose!
Key Features:
✅ Available in multiple denominations
✅ Redeemable both in-store and online
✅ Wide range of garden and landscaping products to choose from
✅ Perfect for any gardener or homeowner
Strong, coarse, and highly durable | Exceptional drainage performance
Our 40mm Castella Aggregate is a single-sized, coarse crushed stone blend engineered for heavy-duty landscape and civil applications. With its large particle size, it’s ideal where strength, permeability, and structural stability are required.
Castella’s 40mm B-Grade Aggregate is widely used across construction, drainage, roads, and landscaping projects. Its robust nature makes it suitable behind retaining walls, in driveway sub-bases, for large-scale drainage trenches, and as a foundational component in landscape and garden supply projects.
Ideal for:
• Sub-base for heavy-duty driveways, roadworks & concrete slabs
• Drainage trenches, French drains & stormwater systems
• Backfilling behind retaining walls and bulk landscape walls
• Structural foundations in large-scale landscaping
• Agricultural paths, hardstand areas & rural projects
Key Features:
✅ Large 40mm particle size for superior strength & load-bearing capacity
✅ Excellent drainage
✅ Clean, screened B-grade aggregate ready for use
✅ Suited for structural, civil and landscape supply use
Available in bulk or by the cubic metre for pickup or local delivery across Eltham, Research, Diamond Creek, Greensborough and surrounding suburbs
Terracotta-toned, compactable & decorative | Ideal for paths & driveways
Castella Toppings are a fine crushed sandstone blend in warm terracotta hues that compacts into a stable, attractive surface — perfect for driveways, garden paths, and landscape projects. Produced by Castella Quarries, this product offers both aesthetic appeal and functional performance for residential and commercial landscape projects!
Key Features:
✅ Earthy colour palette — integrates well with natural garden themes
✅ Composed of crushed sandstone with fines & small pebbles (up to ~16 mm) for compaction and drainage
✅ Good drainage qualities — reduces waterlogging in paths & drives
✅ Decorative yet capable of forming a firm wearing surface when compacted
For best results, lay Castella Toppings at a minimum depth of ~50 mm, moisten lightly, and compact thoroughly using a roller or vibrating plate compactor.
Available in bulk or by the cubic metre for pickup or local delivery across Eltham, Research, Diamond Creek, Greensborough and surrounding suburbs.
Durable, stylish & multifunctional | Perfect for paths, driveways & outdoor areas
Pathmaster Toppings is a premium crushed stone surfacing blend suited for landscape and garden supply projects. Its balanced texture and natural tones make it great for paths, driveways, outdoor living zones, and more.
Ideal for:
• Garden paths and walkways
• Driveway surfaces (on a solid base)
• Outdoor entertaining areas, courtyards & patios
• Decorative landscaping highlights & access paths
• Low-traffic roadways, car parks & rural drive links
Key Features:
✅ Natural crushed stone blend with attractive tones
✅ Good compaction properties — firm surface when laid correctly
✅ Suitable for both decorative & practical landscape uses
✅ Versatile across garden supplies, landscape supplies, path & driveway surfacing
Available in bulk or by the cubic metre for pickup or local delivery across Eltham, Research, Diamond Creek, Greensborough and surrounding suburbs.
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