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Planning a New Hardscape

11/9/2020

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Paver stone hardscapes make a beautiful addition to your property's landscape. Pavers come in many different shapes, patterns, and sizes. To make sure you enjoy your hardscapes and get the most out of them, here are a few tips for planning and caring for new a new paver stone hardscape.

Planning

​When planning a new hardscape feature in your yard, you need to take into account what the purpose of the feature will be. Some pavers may work better for certain situations than others, as Terry explains in the video above. Take into account the current designs featured in your landscape and the exterior of your house. You generally want to use pavers that match and complement these other features as much as possible.
Patio being builtPaver patio being installed
​If you are installing the first feature in a new yard, consider the type of theme you want to set. For example, a cabin in the woods may look best with a flagstone patio due to the natural rock look that is characteristic of flagstone. If you are unsure of what pavers will be best for a particular situation, we will be glad to help you! We can also provide you with free samples of the types of pavers we use so you can actually see them in your yard and compare them to other features.

Care

​A hardscape requires ongoing care to keep it looking good. When your hardscape is brand new you should avoid heavy traffic on your pavers the first few days after they are laid. As time goes on, you will need to clean your hardscape. Some may take more cleaning than others. If your pavers start to become discolored, pressure wash them lightly. If your pavers are located under trees that drop lots of sticky substances such as fruits, sap, etc, (i.e. pecan trees), you might consider having your pavers sealed to protect them and make cleaning them easier. See the video below for more detailed instructions about cleaning pavers. If you notice any cracks in any of your pavers, have them repaired right away. Cracks can spread, especially during the winter when water may get into them and freeze, and weeds will also grow in cracks.
​If you have an older hardscape on your property which is looking pretty bad, you don't have to replace it and start over. It's often possible to restore your hardscape to like-new condition! We share more about how this can be done, either by you or a professional, in the video below.
​If you're interested in adding a new hardscape feature to your landscape, give Real Turf Solutions a call at (478) 988-0043 and we'll be glad to get it done for you!
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9 Comments
Braden Bills link
1/31/2023 09:59:46 am

I want to get a nice patio for my back yard. It makes sense that I would want to get a nice hardscape for it. I'll make sure that I get a nice material that will last a long time.

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Matt Rodriguez link
2/11/2023 12:16:18 am

I will make sure not to add hardscaping to the list. I have been planning to do a new project for the home something that we can make look very beautiful and be proud of it. This sounds like just that!

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Iris Smith link
3/3/2023 04:12:19 am

I appreciate your saying to think about the kind of theme you want to establish when building the first feature in a new yard. My mother desires a log cottage with a flagstone terrace in the woods. I'll advise her to hire expert hardscaping so that she may choose the appropriate motif for her hardscape.

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Steve Smith link
5/3/2023 11:15:56 pm

I found it interesting when you said that understanding the situation of your property could help with the landscaping design process. The other day, my sister mentioned that she and her husband were looking for a landscape design service that could elevate the natural function and appearance of her garden. She asked if I had thoughts on the best design approach. I'm grateful for this valuable landscaping design tips article. I'll tell her we can try to consult well-known landscape design services as they can provide facts about the design process.

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Victoria Addington link
5/10/2023 01:07:55 pm

It got me when you discussed that a hardscape needs ongoing care. My friend wants to improve their hardscape. I should advise him to hire an expert in hardscaping to ensure quality work.

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Eli Richardson link
11/16/2023 10:44:32 am

It really helped when you explained that a new hardscape design needs to be well taken care of to avoid getting damaged. My wife and I want to improve the exterior look of our home before we host this year's Christmas party for our families. This week, we'll look for a landscaping team to ensure our pavers and native plants are laid correctly.

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Mia Evans link
12/6/2023 12:14:02 am

I appreciate it when you explained that there are certain situations where pavers will work well. It seems like we need to have experts assess the property first to have an idea if they will recommend the type of material for our backyard. And I hope that they do because it will achieve the design that I really want for my property ever since I dreamed of having my own house.

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Williams link
1/29/2025 06:25:30 pm

Care is such an overlooked component. We got our pavers from our local home center, but we also got the tools needed to make sure the area stays clean and healthy. Winter is a nice break, but we'll be back at it come springtime.

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Williams link
6/18/2025 08:33:59 pm

Ongoing care can be a lot if you don't keep up with it or have the right supplies. We try to get all of our tools from one place to ensure total consistency.

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