Landscape Materials - Educational

Learn how to build a backyard bocce ball court from start to finish. This step-by-step guide covers court dimensions, base layers, bocce mix, oyster shell topping, material quantities, costs, and maintenance tips—perfect for DIY homeowners and contractors building bocce courts in Alameda, Contra Costa, Sonoma, Marin, Napa and beyond.

Learn why engineered Bioretention Soil Media is essential for bioswales, rain gardens, and C.3 stormwater systems across the North Bay and East Bay. This guide breaks down lab-verified specs, infiltration performance, compost quality, and delivery options so contractors and engineers can build compliant, long-lasting drainage solutions.

Discover why drain rock is one of the most versatile materials for landscaping and construction across Marin, Napa, Sonoma, and Solano. From French drains and driveways to erosion control and decorative creek beds, North Bay Materials delivers the right size rock straight to your project site.

Confused about how many cubic yards are in a ton? This guide simplifies conversions for gravel, mulch, and soil—so you can order the right amount for your North Bay project.

Planning a landscaping project in Sonoma, Marin, Napa, or Solano? Learn how to accurately measure your outdoor space to calculate the right amount of materials like gravel, mulch, and topsoil. Our step-by-step guide helps homeowners and contractors avoid over- or under-ordering with simple tools and formulas.