Are you looking to improve the appearance of your landscaping? The first thing that comes to mind for many people is the addition of plants. But there are many other aspects of landscaping that can also be used to improve the look of your yard. One of these is the use of stonework. To help you get started we’ve compiled a list as to why incorporate stonework into your landscaping.
Durability
Stonework can handle all types of weather. If your region suffers from extreme cold, heavy rains or intense sunshine, stonework is tough enough to deal with it and last for a long time. You don’t have to worry so much about fading, decay or erosion as much as you would with other materials. If you’re looking for a tough landscaping material, stonework is at the top of the list.
Eco-Friendliness
Not only will stonework last a long time, it won’t be responsible for polluting the environment like many man-made materials. This natural material won’t break down into polluting microplastics or other poisonous substances. Stonework is borne from nature and therefore lives harmoniously with nature.
Flexibility
Stonework can be used in a myriad of ways. You can incorporate it with other materials, plants and water features or add to existing stonework hardscaping. Stonework is great for starting off with a single feature and adding to it as time goes on. It can match up with almost anything and gives you the flexibility to create an endless variety of features.
Curb Appeal
Done properly stonework landscaping will increase the value of your property by making it look a whole lot better. The visual appeal added by well thought out stonework is practically limitless. Stonework can be used to draw the eye in, tidy up disorganized areas and add functionality with a great sense of aesthetics.
Although you can literally spend as much money as you possess on stonework, you can also have more than enough to work with if you’re on a tight budget. And once installed, you won’t have to worry about constant replacement, regular maintenance or specialized servicing. Stonework is a long lasting and therefore cost effective way of landscaping your property.