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Driveway and sidewalk projects that enhance your home’s curb appeal

Have you checked your home’s curb appeal lately? Does your house reflect your style? Maybe it’s time to plan some improvements for your entryway and hallways. An upgrade will make your return from work more pleasant and will impress your neighbors and visitors, as well as yourself.

Adding pavers will have a big impact on your driveway and sidewalks. Colors, textures, and patterns tend to slow down traffic, while smooth surfaces and large pavers will keep people walking by without looking. If you choose a smaller pattern, you may want to add an additional border or pattern, such as a seamless slate texture used on stamped concrete. To get an idea of ​​what a paving pattern might look like, visit sites with completed projects and have them bring in samples and lay them as if they were already laid. This will help you choose patterns and colors.

If you’re on a budget, you can add natural stone or pavers in a grid pattern or as borders. Borders can be a contrasting or complementary stone inlay or a course of solid bricks along the edge of the walkway. Please note that the borders may give the illusion of a smaller area; they work well on driveways, but probably shouldn’t be used on walkways less than four feet long.

Driveways and sidewalks do not have to be straight. A long winding driveway, especially through a wooded area, creates a sense of privacy. If you want the convenience of driving up to the front door, the Governor’s Entry has two entry/exit points to the street and forms a semi-circle in front of the home, creating a graceful and graceful approach to your home.

One way to personalize your walkways and steps is to add handcrafted tile mosaics. While mosaic tiles are plentiful and durable, they also have a delicate quality that adds beauty and elegance to your walkway. Any tile installation must be done in conjunction with other masonry. It is best to work with a tile designer or artist to create a tile plan.

While it may be tempting to go all out with a driveway and sidewalk upgrade, you don’t want to detract from your beautiful landscaping. Don’t add a fancy driveway or walkway if it doesn’t blend well with your architectural or landscape design.