Decorative stones and their different uses
Decorative stone is a term that encompasses a range of materials, such as gravel, pebbles, slate and shingle to name just a few of the products we supply. Whilst all these materials serve to visually enhance your garden, they each typically work best when used in a way which makes the most of their individual benefits.
Pebbles
Pebbles achieve their smooth round shape through natural shaping by running water. As such, they will look perfectly at home as part of a garden water feature and come in a range of natural colours that will give it an authentic feel. However, they also have uses in landscaping, visually enhancing potted plants and lots and suppressing weed growth when combined with landscape fabrics. Pebbles also make good garden pathways due to their rounded surface being safe to walk on barefoot.
Slate
Slate consists of much sharper and larger segments of stone, which makes it unsuitable for driveways as there is always the chance that a sharp piece could slice open your tyre. Slate is also a relatively brittle material, so putting it under constant stress by heavy cars will crumble it over time and lead to the build up of dust which could inhibit drainage. However, slate is perfect for decorating borders around paths, ponds and patios, coming in a range of colours such as plum, grey or green.
Gravel & Shingle
Gravel and shingle make excellent choices for driveways and paths due to their sturdy nature and the fact that they are one of the cheapest driveway options available. Outside of filling in the uneven surface every now and then, driveway gravel is largely maintenance free and has no chance of cracking or sinking like asphalt or concrete. Additionally, gravel and shingle have excellent drainage properties, so if your garden is habitually waterlogged and causing suffering to your plants and flowers, the installation of a French drain using gravel or shingle will help the water drain harmlessly away.
To find out more about the range of products we offer, from building materials and decorative stones to shingle & gravel and driveway materials, contact our team today on 01258 857465 or take a look at our special offers!