White pebble paths can look really nice...when new! But our experience is that they are a really BAD idea in the long term. Facebook: / homestead.downunder Twitter: / homesteadtassie
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@mailbperkins4 жыл бұрын
confirms exact problems I have now with stones. you have helped me decide that concrete is the way to replace them. thanks
@danielkemp14424 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this John. I can think of little worse than mowing and a stray pebble hits one of my grandchildren. I agree pebble paths can look great when new but the romance ends quickly. I have lived in a house where pebbles had been used extensively. Concreting as you have done is practical and the variance in design provides interest, Well done , mate!
@christianb1176 Жыл бұрын
I will be trying large flat stones filled in with concrete for a balance between natural look and low maintenance.
@nathanwooldridge854 жыл бұрын
Just trawling through your channel having not long subscribed. Some real great content, so thank you! I've just removed an old broken pond in our place that was filled full of gravel with decorative pebbles. It's a nightmare clearing them all up, before I return this area to a productive patch. Nathan - Melbourne
@sweetdweams5 жыл бұрын
Paths look great, love the ferns. Thanks for sharing.
@de85175 жыл бұрын
Good point! Was thinking of putting in white rocks in pathways, like you said, it looks nice. I need to explore other paving materials. Thanks for posting the video.
@inyayardhomestead56935 жыл бұрын
G'day mate, I like the idea of the ferns pressed in looks great.
@chantaltulliez80664 жыл бұрын
I must agree with you...I have pebbles paths in my garden and they have all the problems you mention. In my case I don't like cement so I am going to try woodchips as my garden is not so wet as in your situation...thank you for sharing
@IreneYam13 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, very educational! Beautiful home.
@Visceral.3 жыл бұрын
Gravels work well if you put down a good underlayment and border. I’ve had no issues with mine for several years.
@claudiasantosstrauss26473 жыл бұрын
Very informative, thank you! I am considering small river rocks around the pavers. After watching this, maybe not
@NinjaAndRib3 жыл бұрын
This was great! Thank you for the advice!
@nickevans4172 жыл бұрын
Ours aren't any trouble. The leaf blower cleans them of leaves quickly. Pebble paths are quick and easy (and cheap) and look great. Also no-one can sneak up to your house. Try walking silently on pebbles!
@fountainofproof892 жыл бұрын
Beautiful arial shot at the beginning of the video. I'll have a property like this soon 🤞🏾💫💫
@brookesworldloveanimals4254 жыл бұрын
I feel you I’m in the UK and pebbles in my landscaping become very old very quick. I much prefer the clean aspect of concrete too
@SS-jf1ey Жыл бұрын
Agreed. Pebbles are difficult to maintain, but the concret path is not good look. I am still in a search of something easy to maintain and meanwhile good look!
@MyQuaintCottage5 жыл бұрын
It looks great 😊
@denisebrady68585 жыл бұрын
That is just brilliant - yes pebbles do not work. Cheers Denise - Brisbane
@ralphrutherford25832 жыл бұрын
We’ll done! Forget the crack’s, make a slurry and fill them in- enjoy your garden!
@12000timadams3 жыл бұрын
I thought the whole point of a pebble path was the looks, that concrete may well now be very easy but it looks ugly, a far cry from a garden path, it looks more like a city pavement, not for me....
@jonnyenglish94792 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I understand and accept the practicality of concrete but it's not attractive. The pebble path is far more easy on the eye, even with the weeds.
@suemar635 жыл бұрын
I made the pebble path mistake too. What a nightmare. When I see people looking at those bags of rock in the big box stores, I always warn them. Love the idea of the ferns pressed in the concrete. Very pretty!
@noelalexisshaw-nas-noz51423 жыл бұрын
Great little post...I know you mentioned that adding reinforcement to the concrete with it being as thin as it is could cause more problems? is that with rebar? You should try mixing in fibreglass to the concrete for extra strength instead My Friend...Much Love and Peace...
@leereadman99405 жыл бұрын
GOING TO GIVE THIS A TRY THANKS
@theundauntedsistahood7641 Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@GardeningWise4 жыл бұрын
Very informative
@eddyvideostar3 жыл бұрын
To Homesteading: If the concrete doesn't crack and if it's cheaper,. then, very well and good.
@Argyll98462 жыл бұрын
The leaves will fall no matter what type of path you have. Gardens all require maintenance which included getting rid of leaves and weeds. If you want a garden you have to prepare to put in some work maintaining it. I guess that leaves don't fall on your new path.
@homesteading2 жыл бұрын
They still fall...but are much easier to clean up!
@lukewarm20755 жыл бұрын
I did a whole front yard in white pebbles and plants and it became a nightmare weeds popping up everywhere and pebbles all over the place I feel your pain lol
@figotlatenby5885 жыл бұрын
@Luke Warm Howdy I've had a neighbour who used to burn weeds with a lpg can mounted on a dolly. Would you think that would work on pebble pavements?
@MommaKnowsBestest Жыл бұрын
Want to do this.
@mapinoita2793 жыл бұрын
👍👍👍
@romygime58225 жыл бұрын
Concrette is good, the thing is need someone to do that job Not everybody can do concretting and is very expensive to hire someone
@renemary41094 жыл бұрын
Is there a plan to recycle and use the old pebble?
@homesteading4 жыл бұрын
Yes
@WUSSMAN19802 жыл бұрын
FROM A PROFFESIONAL LANDSCAPER LIKE MYSELF- When making a path with pebbles and square paver like in this video follow these steps even though initially hard work, it will last a long time. 1. Edge out the path you want and use some type of edging material on the edges to create a nice border, apply plenty of weed killer on a dry day, use industrial weed blocker 3 layers, don't use cloth, put down atleast 3 inches of rock/ gravel or whatever you want to use, apply a clear coat spray on the pavers for easy cleaning.
@ameliaperticarini54273 жыл бұрын
Glue the pebbles in
@rnr56823 жыл бұрын
First I want to talk about God and Paws.....What? I guess I got the wrong video