An Introduction to Paver Walkways

Owing to their numerous varieties, pavers have been in trend for some time now. They are used in both commercial and residential lands to make the property look more fresh and elegant. They are a versatile landscaping material to construct driveways, patios, walkways, swimming pool surrounds, and much more. If you don’t want a professional to install paver walkways, you can easily do it through a DIY method. 

What Are Pavers?

Pavers are construction materials used in landscaping and hardscaping projects. They provide a comfortable surface to walk on, hence used in constructing walkways in personal and commercial properties. 

What are Pavers Made of?

Pavers can be made out of many materials. Unlike their other construction counterparts, bricks and concrete, they provide much more flexibility and ease of use to the worker. They can be made of recycled material, in which case they are called composite pavers. But essentially, they are composed of concrete or stones like granite, marble, and limestone.

Why Install Paver Walkways?

Paver walkways add a personalized touch to your land with customized designs and varieties. But there are many more reasons why you should install paver walkways-

1. They add value: Paver walkways add beauty and definition to your property, increasing its total value. Adding paver walkways will also make the path more visible, enhancing the appeal of your land.
2. They provide a different look: You can customize pavers as per your need if you do not want to use the wide variety present in the market. You can coordinate them with the rest of your building or other landscape tiles to match perfectly.  
3. They direct and guide: The walkway will show people where the pathway is. They differentiate the area with soil and plants from the trail to walk and guide visitors to the main buildings.
4. They provide safety: The muddy pathways can be slippery. A paver walkway is safer than wet soil because it is dry. So people can walk without worrying about getting dirty or slipping. Moreover, paver walkways are tightly packed together and compacted into the ground, increasing safety.
5. They help maintain cleanliness: When the path is floored with pavers, people don’t walk through the mud and get their shoes dirty, keeping your building floors clean. 
6. Other features: Pavers for walkways are available in different colors, shapes, sizes, materials, and designs. They give you complete freedom of choice. They are also much easier to work with, are low on maintenance, can withstand different weather conditions, are durable, and have a long life if installed correctly. They are mostly available in interlocking designs, which reduce workers’ efforts to cut them later while fixing. Moreover, you can use them for various paving purposes.

About A1 Kevin’s Landscaping 

We have been serving the Delaware area for over 30 years. We specialize in residential and commercial landscaping and hardscaping and offer a broad range of services for all of your lawn care needs. So whether you want an aesthetically pleasing landscape in your lane, a beautiful patio for your home, or a professional ground around a commercial area, we got you covered. Get a free quote by calling us at (302) 653-6246, leaving an email at info@a1kevinslandscaping.com, or filling out our online contact form.