Placing garden paving slabs in your garden can greatly enhance the look of your yard. Paving slabs can be used for patios, walkways, or driveways. They are larger than bricks and can be textured or smooth and even have a pattern engraved on them.
There are many types of garden slabs available on the market today. They can be made from either natural or man-made materials. They come in many different sizes and thicknesses and can be found in concrete, flagstone, marble, granite and sandstone just to name a few. They can exude a look of elegance or give off a rustic look to your garden.
When choosing your garden paving slabs keep in mind wear and tear and how their color may diminish with age and exposure to the elements. It is possible to re-tint the slabs after a few years if they are made from concrete, but many times that weathered look is desirable in a garden.
Garden paving slabs can become a walkway leading to your home or leading into your garden. They can be placed with large spaces in between them filled with grass or moss to create a pathway. Garden slabs make a great driveway that will be different from all the others on the block. You can also use them to create an entertainment area; a patio on which all your guests will love to gather in good weather.
Because garden slabs are much larger than bricks or other materials used to make patio floors it is much easier to install them. It does not take as much time as placing each brick or tile in place and often times it is much cheaper as well because the installation price is not as much and does not take as long. It is possible for the homeowner to install their own patio with paving slabs however, since the slabs are so heavy and take a great deal of preparation to install, it is probably a better idea to have them installed by a group of people.
Once installed maintenance is relatively easy. It is a good idea to have the slabs coated with a protective sealant that will keep them looking like new longer and enable you to remove any stains or dirt without problems. Because slabs are sometime affected by the movement of the soil under them or the expansion and contraction during cold and hot periods, they may crack or become loose. Make sure to sweep them off occasionally and a good pressure washing ever year or so will do them a great deal of good.
Some of the better choices for Garden paving slabs are as follows: Concrete slabs are best when it comes to patio or driveways. They can be poured on site or pre-made ones can be brought in. These are probably the least expensive and if you want to give them color they can be tinted in any color you like. Slate slabs are a bit more expensive but they are beautiful. They have a non slip surface and resist moisture. Granite will make an elegant patio but be aware that granite slabs are much more expensive than the others. They also may not be as durable as others that look more rustic. Sandstone and limestone slabs are an economic way to use natural substances in your garden.
Whether you have your garden paving slabs installed in a group or as a pathway through your property, they will greatly enhance the aesthetic beauty of your yard. You can have them installed by a contractor or do it yourself with some help. Either way Garden paving slabs is an economical way of increasing value and beauty to your yard.
