There are countless different materials that may be considered to create a paved area.

In natural stone, the imported (generally Indian) is readily available in a range of standard sizes that can be laid in a random pattern. There are several colours ranging from grey, browns, green and soft yellows. In each colour there is, generally, a range of tones.













In addition to the paving slabs there are also setts (100x100mm, or, 100x200 and 100 thick. These sizes are also available i n a thinner material. These sets are effective when used in bands between paving slabs, set into path gravel areas, or used as edgings.













Bricks are a traditional material that are used for paths, edgings and features. It is neccesary however to select a brick that will look good and wear well; many of the bricks used for house building are too soft or visually unsuitable.














When a hard wearing, flat and slip proof slab is required Marshalls 'Saxon' is a good choice. It is available in several colours although the natural shown here always looks good. In this garden it was used as a contrast to the area of natural stone paving. This picture was taken about 18 months after the garden was completed and the paving is softened by the planting.