Dorothy may have followed the yellow brick path, but you can build any color path that leads to your Adirondack chair. A path, particularly if it curves out of sight behind some tall plants, can add an air of mystery and adventure to your back yard.
To build a basic brick path, you will need to dig out a space about five inches deep. You will use a wood form and lay the bricks down row by row. You can create an edging by placing bricks the opposite way or lining the path on either side with some other material. Buying sheets of weed barrier will add to the cost of your project but could save you much weeding time later. Sand tops the weed barrier, and you lay the bricks in the sand. Once you've finished, add more sand to fill in cracks or gaps. For more information, you should consult a detailed set of project instructions.
Some people also prefer a soft grass path, edged in brick or stone. This arrangement can add charm to your yard. However, if you expect the path to be heavily trampled, a grass walkway could quickly become trampled. Consider its use before you decide this is the way you want to go.
You can add personality to your brick path in several ways. Avoid straight lines unless you want a formal feel. A curved path creates a sense of surprise and adventure because you can't see the end, or your Adirondack chair, until you arrive there.
Frame the path with plants, either in flower beds or in large planters. Tall plants, especially, work well to hide the end of the path from view and increase your sense of privacy when you sit in your Adirondack chair. They provide a natural alternative to walls, privacy screens, fences, or other structures. You gain a related benefit when you enhance your privacy; you create a more intimate and cozy atmosphere. If you aim for quiet and peaceful getaways in your Adirondack chair, this is a convenient plan to follow.
Consider using different colors of bricks or even mixing brick and stone pavers for a more aged atmosphere. Mixing materials and colors works particularly well for old-world decorating styles and properties with mature trees. You can also set your brick path in a mixture of sand and gravel to create a more uneven setting and, consequently, the impression that the path has existed in that place for years.
Join your brick path to a matching circular patio with a brick base. Set your Adirondack chair and other furniture on top of this brick patio area at the end of the path.
You can follow just one of these suggestions or combine several to create a path and a setting for your Adirondack chair. If possible, look for pictures of each technique to determine which ones are right for your style and the appearance of your home. You might find a look that you initially enjoy, but it just doesn't fit the look of your home.
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Todd Arend is a freelance writer who enjoys outdoor getaways. He writes about choosing an Adirondack chair for relaxation and outdoor entertaining.
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