Paver Entrances and Paver Walkways

Arrive in style

Dress up your front walkway and entry with planter boxes constructed from wall goods for vibrant flower beds to improve the curb appeal of your house. For an air of luxury, add pillars. Using low half walls that also serve as seating areas, create different "rooms" that look out over your gardens.

There is no better way to welcome someone than with a winding walk that ends at a warm front door.

Your home's architecture and landscaping are brought together by your pathway, which also serves as an invitation for guests to enter. The following design suggestions can help you produce a spectacular entrance that makes a good first impression.

Create a unified front

The architectural features of your home should compliment the walkway and entryway.

For instance, a concrete paver walkway with a brick border would make a consistent approach to your front door if your property has brick accents. Consider using a paver that mimics natural stone for your walkway and entrance way if your home's façade has organic stone or warm earth tones.

Curvy or straight?

In order to accommodate some of the characteristics of your front lawn, such as water features, trees, and gardens, the path of your walkway can be direct or gently meander. For tiny front gardens, a straight walkway works best, while a curved walkway can give visual appeal to a house with a big front garden. The design of your home is another factor to take into account when selecting whether to go straight or curving. A straight entry walkway that directs attention to the front door is necessary for a traditional Colonial or Victorian-style home. The greatest choice for a path is a casual, curving one if your house is in the ranch, bungalow, or Mediterranean design. Avoid making too many curves or people will use your front lawn as a shortcut.

Go wide

You want to make sure that at least two persons can comfortably walk side by side on your walkway, whether it runs from the street to the front door or from the driveway to the front door. A front path should be at least four feet wide, but five feet is ideal. If your walkway is next to your driveway, it needs to be at least 16 feet long so that a parked automobile may easily reach it.

Make a safe space

Consider your visitors' safety in addition to making your entrance area visually appealing. You should take all reasonable steps to prevent falls and slips. Gravel and uneven stepping stones can be challenging to handle, especially when it's cold or freezing outside. Choose pavers with a non-slip finish. Make sure your pavers are resistant to de-icing agents if you plan to use salt to melt the ice. For the greatest advice on this, read our blog on winter maintenance. Install low lights that follow the line of your route and have plenty of lighting features, such as pillars and light fixtures, in your entranceway. Your efforts will be valued by your visitors.