Walkways can add a lot of beauty to a home. They can also be a lot of work to install if you don’t know what you’re doing. Skipping important steps can impact the final result, create a lot more work than is really needed and can result in a project that doesn’t last. Check out the articles below to learn how a good walkway is worked out.
This exact style of walkway was my most recent project. Check out the pro article that outlines how a dry flagstone walkway is put in place. Laying a flagstone Walkway
The above article shows hot make linear cuts and has some great tips. The following article shows how to break big stones and how to achieve a more natural shape instead of a cut shape. Breaking Big Stones
If you’re a Fine Homebuilding online member check out this article that shows how to quarry dust will outperform mortar. Stone Steps
This What’s the Difference? written by Rob Yagid gives you valuable insight on pavers. make sure you’re getting the right ones for the job. What’s the Difference: Pavers
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