Loose Materials

This article covers the loose materials available for constructing driveways that are similar to gravel but not classed as such. Gravel is made...

Cobblestones have been out of favour for home driveways for a long time but they have some advantages, being easy to lay for the DIY builder and...

There is a huge variety of edging strips available for driveways and although they help to make a gravel drive look good, it’s not all about image....

Gravel driveways are a popular choice as gravel is cheap and easy to lay, but it's not as long-lasting a landscaping surface as a hard surface and...

Gravel has had something of a resurgence as a material for gardens as well as driveways because it’s touted as a low maintenance surface. This...

Bark chippings, also known as bark mulch, are a popular surface for play areas in gardens, also paths in woodland settings, because they blend in...