Outdoor living spaces, like kitchens and patios, continue to be a popular trend. Take a moment to read about some of the hardscaping materials available for classy and modern outdoor living!

Slate

Slate roofs are common in some areas of the country, but slate also works well as a hardscaping material. Slate usually comes in a gray, green or blue color, and it easily cracks into thin slabs of rock. Slate’s natural qualities make it a good choice for some outdoor applications. It is an excellent paving stone, and its natural water-resistance makes it a good hardscaping option for areas near water features or pools.

Limestone

Limestone is a great option for decorative hardscaping, as it stands up well to outside elements. This natural stone is made up of compressed rock, fossils and plants, along with mud and sand. Limestone comes in a range of colors from white to red and black, and works well as wall and flooring stones, for projects like patios or walking paths.

Fieldstone

Fieldstones are called such because these stones were typically found in fields or open spaces instead of being mined out of a quarry. These rounded stones come in a variety of colors and sizes, and can provide a more eclectic feel to a garden. Most often, they are used in hardscaping as wall stones, for use in free-standing walls or raised garden beds.

Granite

Granite has always been a popular stone for indoor kitchen and bathroom countertops. Now, it is being incorporated into outdoor kitchens as well. Granite is made up of large, coarse crystals of quartz, feldspars and mica. Its many minerals give it a speckled look ranging from an almost black to a cream. Since granite is very hard and non-porous, it can make for excellent counters and gorgeous accents in your hardscaping.

So, are you ready to call on the help of a professional paving company?

Call Tristate Paving. We’re a seasoned hardscaping company based in Maryland and have the experience and knowledge help you turn your backyard into the perfect retreat quickly and affordably. Our experts will work with you to find a design and layout for outdoor kitchen and dining area that you’re sure to love for years and years to come.

Our area numbers are:

West Chester: 610.563.9456

Oxford: 610.932.3566

Delaware: 302.757.4100

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