Pavers Pave the Way to a Stunning Landscape
Pavers Pave the Way to a Stunning Landscape
Do you want a surefire way to transform your backyard into a breathtaking spot? With pavers, Scarlett’s Landscaping can create many marvelous patterns and looks that can turn your landscape into the most stunning place in town.
What Types of Pavers Are There?
There are three material options for pavers, as well as an almost endless number of styles. One reason for such variety is that you can cut your pavers to create designs, patterns and other gorgeous effects that work with the rest of your landscaping decisions.
Concrete
Concrete pavers are known for their durability and strength. When you live in a region that has a challenging climate, you can count on concrete to keep looking as good as new. One way this material accomplishes that is with a sealant that protects the color and style of each paver. The most common style for concrete is an interlocking pattern, and it takes dye well. Due to this characteristic, concrete pavers can also assume the appearance of natural stone and brick.
Natural Stone
The beauty of natural stone can’t be denied, especially when you use it to create a garden path or as a way to highlight your favorite trees. Many types of natural stone are suitable as pavers, such as fieldstone and limestone. The natural variation adds a lot of style to your landscape. In general, natural stone pavers are more expensive than other options and less durable – they work well for decorative applications.
Bricks
Brick pavers are the most versatile when it comes to shape and style, which allows you to pursue very creative landscaping ideas. They are high on the durability scale due to a sealant coating, so you can use these anywhere in your yard or garden. If you have a brick home, you can match your home’s exterior with the landscaping elements around your yard.
Shapes and Styles
Square and rectangular pavers are the most common forms, but you have access to many more types than that. Fish scale shapes give a Mediterranean flair to your yard, while herringbone provides a sophisticated look. Pavers dyed many colors can come together in a mosaic pattern – you can make art out of the stones set into your landscape.
How Durable Are Pavers?
Brick and concrete pavers hold up to everything from barbecue grills to cars. You have to be more careful with natural stone, which is not very suitable for high-traffic areas of your yard. You can improve the longevity of your pavers by keeping them clear of debris, such as leaves and branches. If your pavers are sealed, you can reseal them periodically to maintain the color of the material. You can also bring back their beauty by pressure-washing them if dirt makes them dull over time.
Fitting Pavers Into Your Landscape Design
Pavers have many applications for your exterior design. Some of the most common uses include creating a brick paver driveway or concrete paver walkway. You can also make raised planter beds and a fire pit to enhance your backyard. One particularly appealing paver design involves taking natural stone and creating an enclosure for yard lights.
Pavers are an excellent addition to your garden – whether you want to build the best patio in the neighborhood or you have a green thumb and need plenty of flower boxes.