Garden paths with their own hands: Original ideas

The landscape of modern private territory depends on the many important aspects. First of all, it is worth noting the tracks that not only decorate the territory, but also make it more comfortable, practical. Many owners often resort to sufficiently controversial solutions associated with garden tracks, creating full-fledged asphalt paths or concrete slabs. Accordingly, the appearance of the entire site suffers from this, regardless of how beautiful the house is or some other object on the territory.

In such situations, specialists are often hired, who analyze the situation in the territory and make some conclusions. Accordingly, on the basis of the existing site, a certain landscape is created, the style of which largely depends on its area, the type of soil, as well as from many other factors.

In this article, we will analyze the main issues related to the choice of original solutions for creating garden tracks. It is most important to keep in mind that it is not such a simple occupation, since even the most unsightly idea at first glance may be almost unsuitable for one or another territory. We will also consider the most common problems present in this matter.

Main features of garden tracks

First of all, it is necessary to analyze the information that in the current conditions of the hosts create practically a wide variety of garden tracks, and on the basis of various materials. At the same time, many cases are known at which even the smallest details in the creation of the landscape can completely change the view of the site. Moreover, this very detail may be not only tracks, but also plants, reservoirs, other decorative elements.

Often it is precisely the garden path most of all affects the appearance of the site, even if it is a small path that is practically not visible under the thickets of herbs. At the same time, it is necessary to note the fact that in modern conditions we have a practically unlimited amount of resources that you need to use with the mind.

Thus, if we are talking about garden tracks, then the following requirements are often followed:

• Dimensions. Garden paths are almost always small paths, the width of which corresponds to the width of the shoulder of the average person. Many owners make decisions to create large tracks for which even cars can move freely, and this is not the best solution, since the landscape of the site will not be attractive outwardly. In addition, the tracks themselves should be attended strictly in those places where they are necessary. It makes no sense to create a kind of labyrinth of tracks from the site.
• Appearance. Again, we are talking about the appearance of the tracks. They must be perfectly fit into the area, so it makes no sense to use multicolored materials, as well as other elements of the design of paths. Often, the owners make lanes with modest externally (gray, without unnecessary decorative elements) so that the track does not focus on their attention.
• Quality. For many owners, attractive elements of the site mean that in case of their creation, you can sacrifice their quality. However, the tracks should serve as long as possible, while their appearance over time should not deteriorate greatly. Often, garden paths are gradually all fit into the area, since the materials are still gradually wear out and erased.

Often, specialists are invited to create an ideal landscape of the hosts. These people, as we have said, take into account all the features of the territory and create everything according to certain rules. Interestingly, it is possible to create a remnable site, and it is often enough to use ready-made options that are fully on the Internet. And indeed, such here are ready-made options allow you to create the most suitable style of the site without any particular problems. Unfortunately, different owners experiments often lead to numerous problems. Ultimately, the territory is unattractive and impractical, even if the idea was interesting and reasonable.

Concrete-based paths

It is concrete that is the very universal material, on the basis of which you can easily create a virtually any surface. Moreover, it is not only about its appearance, but also on the characteristics. Many owners pay attention only to the external component tracks, but some strength indicators are also of great importance.

The most practical, and in some cases the original solution, is the creation of concrete pavers. For this process, we need to have forms to create a surface, as well as the mixture itself. If the form has an original external component, then this solution is able to completely transform the site. At the same time, the controversial versions should not be used, since there is a fairly thin line between the original solution and tasteless.

It is most important to note that in this case we can not just create a blocking of concrete, but also to paint the mixture. This uses special additives available in building supermarkets. Thus, we can get a red yellow, green tile coloring. Such colors can in the best way to supplement certain elements of the site, or just decorate it.

At the same time, instead of creating paving the owners, the surface of the concrete layer is simply filled. This is a good solution, but here we get a homogeneous surface. Again, you can add dyes and get a good path, which is guaranteed to decorate the territory.

Thus, we get the following benefits from concrete tracks:

• strength;
• durability;
• nice appearance;
• a variety of design options.

If we talk about the disadvantages of this option, it can be noted that in most cases we do not get the most attractive path in terms of "naturalness". The bottom line is that for most owners it is important that the paths consist of stones and other natural components, and in this case the concrete loses.

It should also be borne in mind that concrete and cement surfaces will gradually come into disrepair. The frost resistance of concrete products should be analyzed, as well as its resistance to precipitation and other external factors. Accordingly, after some time, the surface will be collapsed and taking no most attractive appearance.

Stone and concrete

Of course, the stone is the most suitable material for creating a small garden track. First of all, it is worth noting the fact that in the current conditions, large natural stones are very expensive, so not all owners can afford such luxury. Of course, if the planned track will occupy a small area, then you can afford to purchase some amount of stone. At the same time, the granite having a ground surface is often purchased.

In such conditions, it is best to combine different types of stones (in colors), which will ensure the most attractive setting on the site. It is also important to remember that the size of the stones should be approximately the same. As for the original variants of the track, then some other materials for design can be used here. For example, it can be all the same paving slave that we have said earlier (it can be positioned along the edges of the path). With such a situation, it is necessary to make concrete products at least a little combined with stones. Again, the dyes of the material will not interfere.

It should be borne in mind that as a base under stones it is necessary to create a concrete surface (the material is stacked on an even unopened concrete). Thus, it is possible to originate the space that is available between the stones. To do this, you can use small pebbles, or some other decorative elements. It is most important to spend all this while the solution has not yet hardened. In construction supermarkets, you can find a huge amount of decorative product, which is best suited for a particular territory. Of course, to create full-fledged compositions, it is necessary to have a taste and at least minimal knowledge in design.

Creating bulk tracks

It is the bulk tracks in the best way fit into a modern landscape. Most of the territories with such paths will look attractive. At the same time, it is necessary to keep in mind that without the right approach, nothing good from this venture will work.

• The first original idea includes backfilling tracks by special zones. This idea is that before starting, it is necessary to break the future path into several parts. You can use pavement tiles or regular bricks as marking and basic paths. Accordingly, each created zone must be filled with small rubble. In this case, most important is to purchase materials of different colors. It can be white crushed stone, as well as red and gray. Such combination allows you to take a fresh look at the site. The most important thing is that small crushed stone looks perfectly with the lawn and other elements of the private territory. If the material is tightly on the surface, then it is convenient to move on it, and the durability of such a track and hits all records.
• Also, sometimes a bulk track can be the basis for a different surface. For example, stones that create peculiar islands are laid on the ready-made layer. Moreover, in some cases, the stones can be just a decorative component of the track. Of course, externally such a path is simply awesome, especially considering the fact that you can use white crushed stone and black stone. Such a contrast, again, it looks canceled.
• Based on bulk tracks, you can create a multi-level surface. To do this, thick wooden boards can be useful. Accordingly, you need to fall asleep the pad in small rubble, and with the help of boards, create at least small steps. If such a design is dense, then there should be no complaints during operation. Of course, there will be quite a few building materials for such an idea, but if there are irregularities on the site, the process is greatly simplified. Instead of boards, you can use large stones or bricks. The main thing is that the steps are steady and combined with a common land landscape.

Wooden tracks

The tree is the material, on the basis of which a variety of details, designs and design design elements are created. In the case of the creation of garden tracks, we also get huge freedom of action. The most important thing is to do everything with taste, since the variety of ideas does not always have a positive effect on the choice of owners.

• You can create a track of the same small boards. To do this, choose the most appropriate wood (preferably deciduous), as well as to process its surface. You can belong, or just paint in a beautiful bright color. Accordingly, all the boards are stacked in a row, and the sides fit a small curb (bricks, tiles). You can also use exclusively boards, and then the grass will gradually figure out around the track, creating a natural and pleasant eye atmosphere.

• Often the hosts create tracks based on round. This is a wonderful idea, as it is really limitless freedom of action. The most interesting option is to use a smooth diameter round. Accordingly, we need a lot of material units, and, in general, such a surface looks very attractive. It is important to note that in this case, as in the last paragraph, it is advisable to set wood processing. It is not recommended to paint the material (since the rounder has beautiful rings), but you can safely cover varnish.