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Topic: Hardscaping



Date Posted: Thursday, December 19, 2013
Posted by: Judy Walker (Master Admin)


Beautify your backyard with the right choice of natural stone pavers


Looking for great ideas to spruce up your backyard with the right kind of natural stone pavers? Well, we have got you covered.  Natural stone pavers will make your yard more enjoyable during the warmer days and longer nights in summer.

Here are a few tips for selecting good natural stone pavers for your outdoor areas.

Vast patches of grass, concrete or gravel are not very pleasant to look at. Add some stone pavers and they will instantly make your outdoor space more attractive.

Outdoor spaces are fast becoming extensions of indoor living spaces. Needless to say, homeowners want their yards, patios and porches to reflect the internal architecture of their home. Your outdoor spaces don't have to be dumping grounds of yard supplies or mismatched furniture. In fact, you can use them in several creative ways.

While selecting natural stone pavers for your backyard, think about how your interior space is decorated. Is it possible to replicate a very similar mood outside with weather resistant materials?

By repeating the materials and colors found in your house, you can ensure the flow between your indoor and outdoor spaces. However, many surfaces used in your house are not fit for use outside.

While selecting pavers for your backyard, your first consideration should be durability. They must be able to withstand the elements and usable in all weather conditions.

Granite Pavers

Granite pavers are quite popular with quality conscious consumers. People have been using granite pavers for several hundreds of years. They are great for high traffic areas like pavements and sidewalks.

Granite has got that ability to instantly transform the look and feel of your outdoor space. It is a naturally occurring stone and blends well with outdoor elements like plants, flowers and trees.

One of the most durable building stones, granite is stain resistant and colorfast. Granite pavers have a rough surface which makes them slip-resistant so they are ideal for use around pool areas.

Granite is 100% fireproof and completely heat resistant. You can use them around the fireplace without having to worry about the pavers getting too hot to walk on.

Flagstone Pavers

Since flagstone pavers are acid resistant, you can lay them straight on top of the soil. These pavers, too, have non-slip surfaces which make them good for pool areas.  

Flagstone pavers resist heat, moisture and can withstand heavy traffic. Thanks to their highly dense and durable characteristics, these pavers require little or no maintenance. Flagstone pavers are some of the thinnest kinds of flooring material, so they can be installed easily.

Travertine Pavers

Travertine is an attractive natural stone known for its resilient properties. It is available in a range of colors. Though these pavers aren't very thick, they are incredibly strong. Travertine pavers don't require much maintenance. You just need to seal them with a good quality sealer.

Bluestone Pavers

Bluestone pavers are natural stones known for their versatility. They are a great choice for outdoor areas because of their hard wearing qualities and durability. They are available in many sizes and shapes and are highly cost-effective. Bluestone is a porous stone. So you will have to seal it with a porous stone sealer. 



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