With all the choices available today, choosing the right paving materials for your landscape project can be a daunting task. Should I use natural stone? Which type is best suited for my yard? How about concrete pavers? What colors, shapes and patterns would fit best in my plan? These are just a few of the questions that homeowners face when looking to add a paved patio or walkway to their landscape.

At Houston Pavers, we pride ourselves on being one of the premier pavers in Houston and surrounding areas. We can help you cut through the maze of choices and select just the right materials for your taste and budget.

The Following are some of the options along with a few pros & cons of each:

Natural Quarried stone: Truly the most beautiful, but most expensive choice. Available in enormous ranges of shape & color. For a more formal look choose cut-edge rectangular shapes, for an informal country look go with irregular shapes. Some of the stone types popular in this region are: Bluestone- varies from blue to gray coloration with fairly smooth surface; Chilton or Fondulac-neutral tones with swirls of brown to purple/orange colors, surface is somewhat rough; Granite- traditional dark grey granite color with very smooth cut surface, very formal.

Gravel: A practical low cost alternative for secondary paths and garden walkways. Smaller aggregate loose rock is available in many colors to reflect your taste. Can be laid over a compacted base (or more permanence) Easy to maintain, but difficult for snow removal.

Concrete Pavers: Once considered a poor alternative to natural stone, concrete pavers have taken their rightful place as high quality, versatile paving materials. They come in an endless variety of shapes and colors and are equally at home in a cottage garden or a grand estate. Today’s concrete pavers are long lasting, durable in our harsh Northern winter climate, and easy to repair. Paver bricks can be laid in many different patterns for varied interest.

Poured Concrete: Previously was the standard of choice for all paving, but has fallenout of favor due to maintenance issues and the emergence of other materials. Can be dyed and stamped for more appeal. Consider it a medium priced alternative.