Paving can make a huge difference in the aesthetic of a garden, so it’s essential to pick the right style. Selecting an inappropriate color or layout could give off an unbalanced feeling rather than create an elegant and well-organized ambience.
Utilizing different paving styles across your plot can help define spaces and divide long gardens into smaller zones, as can interspersing hard materials. Planting low-growing herbs, grasses or taller plants in thin soil will add texture and interest to paved areas as they tend to thrive there.
Cobbled Surface
Cobbled surfaces provide a timeless, old-world aesthetic to outdoor areas. Available in granite and sandstone with various shapes, colors, and finishes – cobbles are durable and weatherproof so they make great choices for gardens.
Cobble pavements were traditionally made using local materials. The stones would be laid on a bed course, usually hoggin or sandy-clay, and then compacted. Gaps between each stone could then be filled with sand, pea gravel, hoggin, or coarse lime mortar.
Modern paving is typically laid on a cement-based base material, such as concrete, with mortar and stone embedded directly on top. This type of surface works best in areas that won’t see much foot traffic such as patios or paths.
For cobbled surfaces intended for vehicular traffic, it is wise to lay a sub-base before applying the cobbles. This layer serves as an important load bearing element, keeping the cobbles from shifting or settling during normal usage and should be at least 100mm thick in order to support vehicles up to 7.5 Tonnes in weight.
For light use cobble paving, a thin base of mortar or concrete may be sufficient. However, heavy duty cobbled pavements require a solid monolithic bed of cement and stone. The cobbles can either bedded directly onto this material, or both layers combined into one concrete bed for extra support.
Before beginning to lay the cobbles, any existing topsoil or weeds must be cleared away and the site fully excavated to guarantee its level. Doing this creates a smooth and solid paving base for the cobbles to sit on, eliminating potential damage caused by stray objects like branches or animals.
Cobbles are then aligned in either a longitudinal or transverse line. A straight-edge or taut string line serves to guide alignment and determine the final level of each course.
Cobbled pavement can be laid with various patterns, such as circles, European fans, diamonds, diaper work and chains. Choose a design that complements the rest of the structure for an eye-catching finish; however it’s essential to keep things simple overall.
Carpet Stones
Carpet Stones are an ideal way to give your garden a unique, rustic flair. As pre-set ‘cobbles’ attached to a flexible mat, they require only minimal preparation for layability and require no special tools or skills.
No longer are pavers adelaide as elusive or pricey as one might think; prices for them range from PS10-PS45 per m2 depending on brand and quality. Though faster to lay than paving slabs, you still need to prepare your ground with ballast and sharp sand for optimal adhesion.
The best part is that you can lay them in almost any size area without digging or pouring. Just be sure to use the correct weights and quantities for optimal aesthetic appeal for years to come.
A well-crafted, eye-catching paving solution can make a statement in any garden. That is why cobbles have become such a popular DIY choice among many home improvement enthusiasts.
With our extensive range of styles and colours, you have the freedom to mix-and-match packs for an entirely unique design. Whatever material you opt for – be it cobbles or modern porcelain tiles – there’s sure to be something in our selection that meets both your needs and aesthetic. So don’t wait any longer; getting started on your next paving project will be well worth all the effort and time in the end! We provide all necessary tools and advice so that it goes smoothly.
Permeable Paving
Are you in the market for new paving in your garden? Permeable pavers are an excellent option. Not only do they come in various colors and styles to match any landscaping, but they’re also environmentally friendly!
Paving with porous surfaces benefits the environment by reducing stormwater runoff and erosion in waterways by allowing stormwater to soak into the ground.
Rainwater that accumulates on impervious hard surfaces such as driveways and patios can create a variety of issues. It collects trash, debris and other pollutants which then flow down those surfaces into rivers and ponds. Furthermore, cleaning up the water from hard-surfaced areas requires additional effort from stormwater engineers and public works crews; making cleanup much more challenging for these professionals.
Permeable paving allows water to seep into an underlying stone or gravel reservoir and seep into the soil below, acting as a natural filter that removes pollutants from the water and helps recharge groundwater supplies.
Permeable pavements differ from conventional pavement in that they feature a top layer of concrete, open pore pavers or asphalt with an underlying layer of crushed stone or other aggregate that serves as a “reservoir.” The size and extent of this reservoir can vary depending on site conditions.
Permeable pavements can be installed on a range of surfaces, including driveways, parking lots, walkways and patios. They come in an assortment of materials like concrete, brick, tile or natural stone – the possibilities are endless!
Permeable paving offers numerous advantages, the primary being its ability to reduce stormwater runoff by diverting it away from storm drains. This not only lowers engineering and infrastructure costs associated with stormwater management, but also the cost of cleaning up accumulated pollutants in waterways.
Permeable pavements tend to be more durable than their impervious counterparts due to their increased resistance to weathering and vehicle impact damage.
Another advantage is that rainwater is filtered before entering the waterway, helping to prevent erosion due to heavy rainfall.
Maintaining the permeability of permeable pavements necessitates regular cleaning. The frequency depends on factors like runoff volume, nearby sites and climate.
Natural Stone
Natural stone pavers are an excellent way to add visual interest and texture to your garden. Not only do they look stunning, but they’re easy to install too – available in an array of colors and shapes. Furthermore, these eco-friendly stones provide cost savings while being environmentally friendly.
They are also highly durable, capable of withstanding a lot of traffic and abuse – making them ideal for paving walkways, patios and garden paths.
Another advantage of natural stone paving is their ease of maintenance, making them the ideal option for those seeking to add a decorative element to their outdoor area. According to Pol, low maintenance requires very little cleaning or sweeping up after yourself; making them the ideal choice for busy families on the go.
Natural stone, unlike concrete which fades with exposure to the elements, will maintain its beauty for years. This is because it lacks any pigments which could dull it over time.
Furthermore, it is frost-resistant – an invaluable benefit for those of us living in colder climates.
It is an ideal material for creating a fish pond in your garden. This versatile material can also be used for raised beds, mosaic walkways and tiered walls and steps.
Natural stone paving ranges often feature colors that have been created through a unique combination of minerals. This creates an eye-catching effect in your patio or garden area and guarantees that your design stands out from others.
Colors can also fade with time. Limestone paving slabs may lighten in hue as they age – an effect which is not uncommon and gives the paving a fresher, lighter appearance over time.
If you are thinking about adding natural paving to your landscape, be aware that certain types of stones require special maintenance in order to retain their shine and luster. They may need to be sanded down or resealed for optimal care and maintenance.
Patios require a firm base before installing pavers, as water-logged stones can crack. Therefore, choosing an even surface before installation of the pavers is critical.
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