Topsoil Comparison Guide
Selecting the right topsoil
There are different grades of topsoil. Some are specialist and others are suited for a variety of applications. It is important to choose the right topsoil for your project.
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| Specification | Blended Loam Topsoil | Beds & Borders Topsoil | Vegetable & Fruit Topsoil | Turf & Lawn Seeding Topsoil | Screened Loam Topsoil |
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| Typically classified as 'Sandy Loam' | ![]() |
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| Typically classified as 'Loamy Sand' | ![]() |
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| Safe | ![]() |
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| Tested to BS3882:2007 | ![]() |
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| Peat free | ![]() |
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| Contains: | |||||
| > Topsoil | ![]() |
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| > Added Sand | ![]() |
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| > Soil Conditioner | ![]() |
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| > Controlled release fertiliser | ![]() |
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| > Water retentive polymer | ![]() |
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| Typical pH | 7.3 | 7.3 | 7.6 | 7.5 | 7.6 |
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| Friable in wet conditions | ![]() |
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| Minimal stone content | ![]() |
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| Typical organic content | 9% | 7% | 6% | 4% | 3% |
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| 0.73m3 bulk bag (730 litres) | ![]() |
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| 1m3 bulk bag (1000 litres) | ![]() |
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| Coverage: | |||||
| 0.73m3 bulk bag | Up to 14.6m2 at a depth of 50mm | Up to 14.6m2 at a depth of 50mm | |||
| 1m3 bulk bag | Up to 20m2 at a depth of 50mm | Up to 20m2 at a depth of 50mm | Up to 20m2 at a depth of 50mm | ||
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All volumes are approximate when packed.
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