Next-Day Delivery GuaranteedFree Estimates13 Material TypesServing All of Calcasieu ParishCall (337) 545-3022Volume DiscountsLocally OwnedNext-Day Delivery GuaranteedFree Estimates13 Material TypesServing All of Calcasieu ParishCall (337) 545-3022Volume DiscountsLocally OwnedNext-Day Delivery GuaranteedFree Estimates13 Material TypesServing All of Calcasieu ParishCall (337) 545-3022Volume DiscountsLocally Owned
Decorative stone is a category, not one product. It covers river rock, Mexican beach pebbles, polished stone, and decorative colored gravel. All of it is sold for visual appeal first. Function second. If you want a landscape that looks like someone actually thought about it, this is where you start. View all decorative gravel and stone we stock.
Most of what we sell goes into upscale landscaping around homes in south Lake Charles and the Prien Lake corridor. Xeriscaping beds, water features, garden borders, and accent areas around pools. It's heavier than mulch, it lasts indefinitely, and it doesn't attract termites.
River Rock Landscape Bed
Best Applications
Where Decorative Stone Makes Sense
Water features are the most common request we get. Homeowners in the Prien Lake area and along Contraband Bayou want that dry creek bed look, or stone bordering a pond. River rock is what most of them go with. Medium sizes, 1 to 3 inch, laid 3 to 4 inches deep.
Xeriscaping is growing fast in Calcasieu Parish. Summers are brutal. Decorative stone beds need no watering, no fertilizer, no upkeep. Decomposed granite or colored gravel over landscape fabric is a 20-year solution. It looks like someone maintains it when they don't.
Around pools, Mexican beach pebbles are the standard. The dark stone against light concrete gives it a resort feel without the price tag. And it's zero maintenance. Rinse it off with a hose if it gets dirty.
Zero Maintenance After Install
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Plan Your Project
How Much Decorative Stone Do You Need?
Enter your bed or path dimensions. Get cubic yards and an estimated cost. Decorative stone is priced higher than base gravel because of the material quality. Call us for current pricing on the specific variety you want.
Stone Calculator
Enter length, width, and depth for your bed or path
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OrderingHow to Order
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Tell Us the Stone and the Size
Call or fill out the contact form. Tell us which variety you want, your bed dimensions, and your address in Calcasieu Parish. We'll confirm what's in stock and give you a quantity recommendation.
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Get One Delivered Price
Material and delivery combined. No fuel charge added after the fact. We quote what you pay. Decorative stone pricing varies by variety, so call to get the current number for the specific product you want.
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We Deliver to Your Property
Tandem axle truck. Tell us where to drop it. Order before noon and we usually deliver next day. If you need it spread, ask about our spreading service.
What's the best decorative stone for a water feature in Lake Charles?
River rock is the standard. For a pond border or dry creek bed, 1 to 3 inch river rock looks the most natural and drains well. If you want a high-contrast modern look, Mexican beach pebbles in the 2 to 4 inch range are sharp. Both hold up well in Southwest Louisiana weather.
How much decorative stone do I need for a planting bed?
At 2 to 3 inches deep, one cubic yard of decorative stone covers about 100 square feet. For a 200-square-foot bed, plan on 2 cubic yards. Larger stone sizes need more depth, which means more material. Use the calculator on this page or call us and we'll help you estimate for your specific bed dimensions.
Do I need landscape fabric under decorative stone?
Yes, always. Without landscape fabric, weeds push through and the stone sinks into the soil over time. A commercial-grade woven fabric lasts years and keeps the stone clean and elevated. It's a cheap add that makes the whole install last much longer. Don't skip it.
Does decorative stone hold up in Louisiana heat?
Stone is unaffected by heat, UV, or humidity. That's one of the main reasons people in Calcasieu Parish switch from organic mulch to decorative stone. Mulch breaks down, fades, and needs replacing every 1 to 2 years. Stone goes in once and looks the same 10 years later.
Do you deliver decorative stone to Sulphur and Westlake?
Yes. We deliver to all nine communities in Calcasieu Parish: Lake Charles, Sulphur, Moss Bluff, Westlake, Prien, Carlyss, Iowa, Vinton, and DeQuincy. Next-day delivery is available on most orders placed before noon. Call (337) 545-3022 to confirm what's in stock and schedule your delivery.
Not Sure Which Stone?
Call us and describe your project. We can tell you which variety fits the look you're going for and help you estimate the quantity before you commit.
Mon-Fri: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sat: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
What We Carry
Decorative Stone Varieties
Call to confirm current stock. Availability varies by season. These are the varieties we carry most consistently in Calcasieu Parish.
River Rock
Smooth, rounded, natural stone in earth tones. Sizes range from 1 inch up to 4 inches. The classic choice for dry creek beds, water features, and landscape borders. Drains well and holds its look for years.
Mexican Beach Pebbles
Dark, smooth, polished-looking stones. Black, dark gray, and deep charcoal tones. Very popular around pools and modern garden installations. The contrast against light-colored concrete or white gravel is sharp.
Polished Stone
Tumbled and polished aggregate in mixed colors. Used in upscale planting beds and accent paths. Reflects light well in shaded beds. Good for areas where you want visual texture without a lot of variation in size.
Colored Gravel
White, red, black, and brown gravel for decorative beds. Stays put under landscape fabric and lasts through Louisiana summers without fading. No mulch replacement every spring. Put it down once and forget it.
White Marble Chips
Bright white decorative stone. Formal garden beds, borders along walkways, and foundation plantings. The white reads clean even in direct sun. Very popular in Westlake and the neighborhoods along Lake Street in Lake Charles.
Decomposed Granite
Fine crushed granite with a natural tan-gold color. Xeriscaping paths and low-maintenance garden areas. Compacts slightly underfoot without becoming a hard surface. Drains through fast after rain.
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Coverage Guide
How to Estimate How Much You Need
Coverage varies by stone size. Bigger stone, thicker you need to go. Use this as your starting point before you call.
Stone Type
Recommended Depth
1 CY Covers Approx.
Pea-Size Decorative Gravel
2 to 3 inches
100-130 sq ft
River Rock (1 inch)
2 to 3 inches
100 sq ft
River Rock (2 to 3 inch)
3 to 4 inches
80 sq ft
Mexican Beach Pebbles
2 to 3 inches
100-120 sq ft
White Marble Chips
2 inches
120-150 sq ft
Decomposed Granite
2 to 3 inches
100-120 sq ft
General Rules
Weight Avg1.2 to 1.5 tons per cubic yard (varies by stone)
DeliveryNext-day guaranteed on most orders before noon
Min. OrderNo minimum required
Weed ControlAlways install landscape fabric first
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Other Gravel Options
More Gravel Products
Not sure decorative stone is the right call? We carry functional gravel options if you need something for drainage or a driveway instead.
