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Hard Landscaping or Hardscape

Hardscape is a landscaping practice that is also known as hard landscaping, which refers to the solid part of landscaping that includes paved areas like streets and sidewalks. This type of landscaping is most commonly used in urbanized areas with little bare soil. This visual addition to landscaping is also functional like protecting soft landscape materials by serving as a pathway to keep people off the grass and in elevating certain areas for plants to grow.

There are different hardscape features that include plain, flagstone, pavers-grid, pavers-running, hatch and stipple that are used depending on the environmental situation or architectural need of the area. Materials used for hardscaping can be varied and includes rock or stone, concrete, gravel, metals, boulders, brick, timber, or glass. Sometimes, plumbing is required since water tables in the area of hardscaping are usually depleted. Ponds are usually placed on these areas so the hydrologic cycle of the area’s water table can be replenished.

Hardscaping complements your home and highlights the beautiful features of your property. An eye-catching hardscape emphasizes the natural feature of the landscape like the plants. A small mechanized waterfall or fountain adds to the ambience by expressing the sound of water. Some hardscaped areas feature ponds filled with ornamental fishes and aquatic plants that also help with maintaining the moisture of the soil.

Hardscaping Tips

Companies selling hardscaping materials often post do-it-yourself hardscaping instructions on their websites. And as usual, DIY hardscaping is easy.

The first thing to consider is the type of hardscaping that would suit your taste. Depending on the location of the hard landscaping, a list of materials for walkways, fences, walls, gates, porches, decks, lighting fixtures, water features, decorative driveways, steps and pavers should be considered. Examining the area as a whole would help you distinguish how hardscaping will complement your home and emphasize the features that you like about your property.

Taking tips from professionals on the focal points in your property would help you in planning a pathway that directs the eye to those focal points. Try avoiding trendy features like fire pits and ultra-modern designs that would actually dim out or ruin the soft landscaping materials. Straight pathways should also be minimal. A path that is allowed to curve or wind a bit gives a more natural and relaxed feature.

It is important to sketch out your ideas so you can compare them and this may also help landscaping professionals that you hire find the best design and layout for you. Always consider drainage in your hardscaping to protect your soft landscaping materials from being drowned or washed away.

Use materials that complement each other and the materials already used on your home. Match colors and textures but only to a small extent. Consider which ones to prioritize to begin with according to your budget, what you most desire and the element that will look best by itself.

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