Source: Triad Associates
Landscaping is about presenting the best possible image of a home to a visitor so that all subsequent interactions will start out on a positive note. As a result, even the choice of material for a front walkway leading up to the home’s main entrance is a matter of importance deserving of serious consideration.
Here are some of the best materials for a front walkway:
- Slate is a kind of metamorphic rock. Cut up into tiles, it’s excellent for use in walkways because of its resistance to the elements and moisture. Since slate is light-colored, it’s suited to more subdued landscapes.
- In the United States, bluestone tends to refer to a kind of sandstone consisting of sediment brought in and compacted by the tides. It shares some of the same advantages as slate, but because of its grain, can be cut for a smoother and more uniform appearance.
- Durable and long-lasting bricks can be chosen and laid to create beautiful geometric patterns. In contrast, the imperfection of handmade pavers can make for a sense of lived-in charm.
- Crushed stone provides stable footing, but can end up escaping from their boundaries without the right precautions.
Contact Triad Associates for more on home walkways.
