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You can lay pavers in classic designs or create circular patterns for the outdoor space. Circular paving patterns can be starting points for driveways, walkways and the patio. Here are handy tips for circular paving for a front garden or front yard.

Circular Paving Material & Patterns

Facing the main entry gate is a walkway or driveway. Whether it is large, wider, or narrow go for less slippery and less bumpy pavers. This applies to driveways or patios more or less the same way.

Walkway Pavers

The cheapest options to go with are stones or bricks. Perhaps only if your locale weather favors stone from wearing and weathering too quickly. A pre-cast concrete form is cheaper too. Cobblestone and flagstone are expensive. In terms of paving material for the walkway, consider:

  • The plain running bond paver
  • Stone or block pavers
  • Brick pavers
A floor made from stone (Image Credit: Regatta Exports)

Paving is for any folk deep-rooted in traditional classic outdoor gardening styles. A larger area of garden space may be taken up for paving. If you have a larger one, you can plan for it to be paved. Here are transformational ideas you can buy into.

In terms of patterns, I love a creative combination of circular and non-circular patterns. The European fan paving pattern is a great one too.

You may want a layer of wooden support (at most 5 cm off the paving surface). Use them as support bases. They may serve as tops to place garden flower pots you want to be preserved.

If there are no privacy issues, grow evergreen flowers in washing bowls or baskets. If not suitable for the layout, think of shrubs as a perfect replacement. Grow the shrub seeds along the edges of the paving.

Driveway Circular Pavers

There are critical issues to weigh in when it comes to driveway paving. These include:

  • Weight and nature of driveway traffic
  • How often the driveway is being used
  • Availability of driveway pavers
  • Cost of paving materials
  • Distinct pattern colors – I love chocolate and pea
  • Durability
Paving stones
Paving stone for driveway

For more attractive and cost-saving paving, use concrete pavers or poured concrete slabs. One benefit of a poured concrete paver is flexibility in creating a variety of sizes, shapes, and colors.

Nevertheless, you can start building your patio with a “square foot” area. This will make it appear a cost-saving plan even for personal car driveways.

A circular running bond paving design

Another benefit is their easy upgrading feature of textures. Remember that you can easily apply finishes of your taste. Even objects as simple as brooms or rakes can create attractive textural surfaces.

Patio Pavers

Patios are typically require that they’re paved. Circular patio paving is unique. It is a great feature in modern-day garden designs. Paving your patio area circular is arguably one of the best paving designs of choice for anyone. So think about if you are set to use the patio area for dining or recreation. For dining, build flat, fairly smooth but evenly finished surfaces areas.

Pavers in a circle pattern of concrete slabs and bricks
Concrete
Concrete slabs laid in a circular cone pattern with an edge of bricks

Concrete slabs, brick paver and stones are more common materials for patios. Granite pavers make a great choice but are expensive. Cobblestones and finished concrete pavers may not be the best for the patio. Cobblestones may pose a lot of problems with movement. One of the common problems is the discomfort they have when walking. They are also the reason for a bumpy movement when using tools or machines with manually operated wheels.

Circular giranite slab
Cobblestone
Laid cobblestone surface

How To Lay a Circular Patio – Video

A video demonstration of how to lay a circle patio [Media Credit: GARDEN STONE, UK]

Regardless of the material selection for paving, avoid making surfaces refined smooth. For instance, finished concrete or polished granite surfaces can cause injury. This may be due to their slippery nature after rain or washing. If the patio is used often apply a layer of anti-slip coat.

A Word Before Laying Pavers

Before you draw a budget for garden paving, carefully consider strategizing. Make some informed decisions concerning garden landscaping and design. These would be handy tips so that you avoid recurring expenses to redesign or having to hire a professional landscaper.

Consider carefully the quality of paving materials available for your landscape. Whether or not you might replace the gravel stone pathways. Keep and maintain tree planters, hedges and shrubs because they will keep your patio colorfully lit up. You can create a yard to accommodate the outside furniture. Post-maintenance practices required after completing your paving project are also crucial.

Reference

Circular Paving Pattern & Material: Walkway, Patio & Driveway + Video