There are stone walkways, brick walkways, concrete walkways, and clay walkways. Specific differences between individual walkways also depends on the cost, and the style of walkway. Stepping stone walkways are made of chiseled pieces of stone carefully placed together to form a pathway. Forming a stone walkway is a painstaking chore as each stone has to be carefully placed by hand to create the overall path. Due to its attractiveness, stones for stone walkways are costly, as is crafting the path. Artful stone pathways, therefore, are frequently found in country clubs and exclusive neighborhoods.
Among the most frequently used stones used to make stone walkways are limestone, flagstone, sandstone, cobblestone, and bluestone, and each one is has its own unique qualities. Limestone comes in many colors and thicknesses. Flagstone has a non-slip surface, and at the same time is permeable, which permits easy drainage. Flagstone comes in many colors, and the stones are spaced slightly apart, which allows ground cover to fill the spaces. Cobblestone gives a rustic look to the yard. Bluestone pathways show off the rock's natural color variations. Bluestone pathways are easily constructed, and the layout permits easy water drainage.
Most commenly walkways are made of concrete. Concrete pavers are smooth, and are made as the concrete hardens in pre-formed molds. Concrete walkways come in various shapes including circles, rectangles, hexagons, pentagons, and fans. Concrete pathways are among the most economical and are a significant cost savings over stone. With modern stamped and colored concrete, walkways made of concrete can be made to resemble any other type of walkway.
Brick makes very compacted and long-lasting walkways. The mason or landscaper can place bricks together in straight or herringbone patterns. Modern brick can be made in many different colors so that it blends in with any style landscape or house. Brick pathways like concrete pathways accomodate children on bicycles or roller skates. A long wide brick walkway in front of a house can accentuate the size of the home, and compliment many American architectural styles.
Clay pavers can be constructed so as to imitate brick, and they are economical, as their cost is in the range of concrete paving.
If you are going to be installling a masonry walkway, you have a large selection to choose from. Your selection will depend on your own preference, your budget, and the current style of your landscape and house. A local mason who works in landscape masonry can familiarize you with all your options and help you make a selection that pleases you and complements your home.
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