If you want to quickly arrange paths in your garden, pay attention to the backfills. This is a simple and effective way to level the ground, go deeper and organize the track. To do this, it is enough to make a curb, cover it with textiles and pour out crushed stone or pebbles.
Advantages of backfilling:
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The paths are not afraid of frost or moisture, because they let it through. This helps to avoid germination of plants.
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Pebbles and crushed stone are inexpensive and affordable materials.
Pebbles
Pebbles are more suitable for small paths that do not need to be rammed, but on which it is pleasant to walk with bare feet. It is also suitable for playgrounds, because children often run and fall, but are not injured on the pebbles.
It is better to use river pebbles for the paths, because they are not as slippery as the sea. River pebbles usually have a rough surface that does not slip underfoot.
Rubble
Crushed stone is better suited for ramming when it is necessary to make the track dense and avoid shifting the stones relative to each other. The sharp edges of the rubble help to hold the stones in place.
Gravel fillings are suitable for paths that will experience heavy loads, for example, for paths leading to a garage or shed.
How to choose the material for filling?
If you are choosing between pebbles and rubble, consider the following factors:
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The purpose of the track. For small paths that children will walk on, it is better to choose pebbles. For tracks that will experience heavy loads, it is better to choose crushed stone.
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Budget. Pebbles are usually cheaper than crushed stone.
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Aesthetics. Pebbles look more natural and beautiful than crushed stone.
Conclusion
Backfilling is an easy and inexpensive way to arrange paths in the garden. They are not afraid of frost or moisture, and pass it through, which helps to avoid germination of plants. Pebbles and crushed stone are popular materials for filling. When choosing a material, consider the purpose of the track, budget and aesthetics.
