Driveways and Paths

At one time, a driveway was taken to mean asphalt, or perhaps gravel, but today there are many different ways of laying a residential driveway.  A new trend in America is to use interlocking pavers. Being a strong yet flexible system, and stood the test of time as cobblestone systems in Europe, people are starting to appreciate the versatility of the concrete paver. Brick or clay pavers are also often used.

Ultimately, the choice of materials for driveways and paths is a matter of personal taste and budget for the project. And, of course, there is also the curb appeal to take into account.  If the driveway leads directly to a stone patio, a stone driveway would look better, as it would give continuity between the two areas.

The following sections give more details of some of the specific materials used in constructing drives, paths and walkways.

• Walkways and Paths
• Brick Pavers
• Concrete Pavers