Paver Walkways
Paver Walkways in Morristown, TN
Give people a clear, firm path between the driveway, the front door, the patio, and the rest of the yard.
A Walkway Should Follow The Way People Already Walk
- Worn grass paths show the route people actually take
- A path that is too narrow pushes people onto the lawn or beds
- Water that sits on a walk turns slick and wears the surface faster
Most front walks are planned about four feet wide so two people can walk side by side, while side and garden paths can be closer to three feet. A walk should also be built with a slight cross slope so rain runs off instead of standing on the surface. The walk is often the link between the driveway and a paver patio behind the house.
What Keeps A Paver Walk Flat And Tight
Pavers stay in place because of what is under and beside them. A compacted base carries the weight, and an edge restraint along both sides keeps the pavers from spreading apart over time. Where the path crosses a grade change, a retaining wall can hold the slope beside it, and the whole route should fit the larger hardscape plan.
- Route, width, and where the walk connects
- Slope along the path and where runoff goes
- Steps, edges, and lighting for use after dark
