Crazy paving

The art of crazy paving has been around for a long time now and still retains a charm and style that is absolutely unique. Using different shaped and sized slabs and stones, the method involves fitting them together as well as possible to create a unique and often very attractive finish, and is popular for pathways in gardens that require a natural look. There are no set rules to crazy paving for it is a random and independent style that is determined by the stones available, but for patios and pathways it makes a very impressive method of covering the ground in a cost effective and efficient manner.

Crazy paving Styles

There are, as we have said, no rules to crazy paving, apart perhaps that which states that it should be made from a varied selection of available slabs and stones. This gives what is a haphazard look, but one that sits very well with a garden or patio environment. The beauty of the method is that every single example is different, and it is also cost effective because it uses broken and otherwise unusable stones and slabs that will be cheap to buy. Mixing colours and textures from different types of stone gives it a finish that adds variety, but it is worth remembering that some of the stones may not be suitable for heavy duty usage and, therefore, might not lend themselves to driveways.

Crazy paving Quality

The quality of the actual stone is not a factor in crazy paving as it is intended to vary. However, what is important is the quality of the design. Nothing will ever be perfect in a path or patio made to this method – and that is a great part of the charm – but it is vital that the fit between stones is as good as it can possibly be given the random element involved. To this end, the designer – whether it is yourself or a professional – is well advised to carry out a trial run with loosely placed stones before deciding on a final layout, a routine that allows for the best possible use of available stone.

Crazy paving Prices

One of the best things about crazy paving is that it is cheap. More often than not it will use reclaimed broken slabs that have been discarded, and as the project will take up the use of a vast mixture of different styles and types of stone – the wider the variety the better – there is plenty of scope for innovation and a great opportunity to buy unwanted ‘seconds’ and cracked pavings at serious knock-down prices. This gives you the benefit of an unusual, innovative and attractive path or patio at a very decent price.

Crazy paving Project Packs

Crazy paving project packs are very useful indeed as they provide a wealth of information on the best way to lay down a crazy paving path or patio and even some guidelines as to planning the layout you require. Available for use by professionals as well as the DIY paver, they make what can be a complex job a lot easier and finding a relevant project pack is a sensible move.