Edging stones and what type to use?
There are many reasons why you should use edging stones. some are because they retain soil or gravel if you create a border. But the two main reasons why edging stones are used in a driveway or patio construction. The first is for strength and practicality. They work by creating a strong buttress stopping the laid surface from spreading sideways. This then helps stop the paving slabs, block paving or tarmac from sinking and becoming weak. The second reason is for aesthetic reasons. It makes your paving look great. This can often be achieved by using different colours and designs of edging stones on the border of your driveway or patio paving. They can be made from concrete, natural stone & plastic.
Which ones should you buy?
If you are thinking of buying edging stones or kerb’s for your garden, driveway or patio then you may want to consider these points before you decide to buy.
- Are the edging stones to be used for retaining soil or paving. If they are, you may want to consider a larger edging stone as you may find that you need to “bury or cement in” the edging stones to create some stability.
- You could choose edges that are the same colour as the paving that they are being laid against but why not try a contrasting colour.
- Consider laying the edging stones after you have laid the paving if the area is not heavy load bearing but if the area that is to be paved is load bearing then it may be worth considering laying the kerb’s first to help strengthen the paving.
- Consider leaving small gaps between the odd edging stone or kerb to allow water to drain through into the garden border, soil or planted areas if you don’t have a nearby drain to direct the surface water towards.
Some of the many types of edging stones you could use
Curved top design
Curved top edgings are a popular decorative edging stone. They don’t hold a lot of strength compared to alternatives but look great in a garden border or surrounding a patio paved area. They are readily available in different 3 colours. Red, buff (yellow) and natural.
They are relatively cheap to buy
Edges to compliment block paving
These can be expensive to buy but compliment block paving beautifully. They can be used to edge both driveway & patio block paving.
They are very strong when bedded on cement mortar to retain the pavers although care must be taken when laying them because they are small in size and must be installed square and upright with preferably no gaps between them.
Curved ones are available to create beautiful shapes.
Some of the best selling edging stones
- Keep your lawn and flowerbeds neatly separated with this attractive hammer-in edging
- Eliminates the need for constant lawn edge trimming and reduces
- Versatile; Great flexibility which allows you to bend and shape around the curves of your garden
- Easy install border; Includes concealed installation spikes and pre-cut holes for easy installation
- Versatile Application: Our lawn edging is perfect for a wide range of outdoor spaces, including paths, driveways, flower borders, and lawns. It effectively…
- Flexible Design: The 10-meter roll is specifically crafted to be flexible, allowing for the easy creation of curves and circles in your landscape design. This…
Victorian style rope top
Victorian style roped top edging stones are stunning when used in garden setting. They are designed to look rustic and old fashioned.
They are available to buy in 4 traditional colours. Antique red, Cotswold buff, terracotta and old granite black/charcoal. This will allow you to choose a perfect match for any paving type, border or garden design you have in mind.