If you provide tours of an old plantation and one of the prized attributes of the historical structure and land are the trees that line the entranceway, your visitors may be somewhat irritated if they have to drive across unpaved surfaces that are difficult to navigate. The weather can have a bearing on how challenging it will be to drive up steep inclines or across uneven terrain. Stone gravel can be used to increase traction and to beautify the property that the plantation is located on.

Choose Stone Gravel That Is A Complimentary Color And Size

When you think about gravel, small, grey stones may come to mind. This type of material has been around for decades and is used to create driveways and parking areas or to improve drainage around bushes and flowering plants. You don't have to select this type of landscaping material if you are looking for something that is a bit more decorative.

Quartz or marble gravel pieces will provide the entranceway with a well-groomed appearance, and the stark color of the stone pieces would be complementary to the flowering blooms or autumn leaves that are on the trees that line the entranceway.

If you are looking for something that isn't quite so bold yet that will contrast well with the natural surroundings, choose pea gravel or bank gravel pieces in muted tones. Pea gravel consists of a variety of stones that are neutral colors, and bank gravel pieces contain stone pieces that are mixed with sand and clay. Choose tiny or moderate-sized gravel pieces, depending upon your preference.

Tend To The Maintenance Needs Of The Entranceway

The layer of stone gravel will provide a definitive border that separates the driving area from the property that is designated for walking or viewing purposes. Before placing an order for gravel and making arrangements to have it transported to your property, use soil to fill in holes that are located near or on the entranceway.

Rake leaves and sticks and remove the debris that is resting on the entranceway's surface. After the new gravel entranceway has been prepared, post speed limit signs so that your visitors will drive slowly across the gravel surface. Gravel pieces may spread out after numerous vehicles have driven through the entranceway. To keep the property looking its best, use a rake to assist with moving stray pieces of gravel back to their original locations.

For more information, contact a stone gravel supplier.

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