Creating Your Scenic And Beautiful Stone Pathway

Online, May 29, 2012 (Newswire.com) - The process in creating your rock pathway is quite simple. Decide on the direction of the path. If you have any significant features in your backyard such as a swimming pool or gazebo, having your pathway pass through or around these areas will allow you easy access to them. Decide on the type of rock you will want to use. Depending on the climate, you may want to opt for a certain type of stone. For cold winter areas, a dense stone such as granite, bluestone, or quartize can be a suitable option as it withstands freezing temperatures.

The style of stone you choose can make a dramatic difference in the overall look of your pathway. If your home has a modern look with sleek lines and interesting features, using flagstone which has a clean sharp lines with different geometric shaped features that can complement your home. If your home has a traditional look to it, brick can add the rustic and period look you may be searching for. Decide on your spacing. For areas that receive little traffic, you may be able to get a away with a walkway that has stones spread out by a couple of inches or more. For a high traffic area. opt for stones placed very closely together with tight joints to prevent people from tripping.

Take measurements of the soon to be walkway. After this is done, you will be able to decide on how much stone you will need. Once this process is complete, you can begin building your beautiful walkway. Clearing the path of grass, rocks, and other obstacles should be the first thing done. From here you can begin to set the stones as you please. Try to have a continuous flow. For example, using very large stones in the beginning of your pathway and tapering off to much smaller stones can have an interesting look but is typically not desired. After you have laid out your stones. You can decide to fill the gaps between the stones and edges of the pathway with sand, gravel or even cement. The entire process can be done in a few days and can dramatically enhance the look of your backyard.

For more information on creating a garden walkway, visit www.parsonsrocks.com. Parsons Rocks offers more than walkway stones, they specialize in all types of landscape rocks such as pavers, boulders flagstone, decorative rocks, and river rocks. They also offer installation to have your next project done quickly, efficiently and with ease. So call them today at 702-566-7625 for more information.