As a homeowner, you know there are many design choices for the exterior and landscaping of your home, and gravel products are usually at the top of the supply list for these options. From gravel driveways to washed stone walkways, Syracusa Sand & Gravel have been supplying homeowners with several functional and aesthetically pleasing gravel services. Their list below will help you choose the best options for using gravel products to beautify your home!

5 Popular Home Uses for Gravel

1. Driveways

If you’re looking for something more attractive than a concrete or asphalt driveway, gravel is a great option. Crushed gravel is super durable, less expensive than asphalt, and you can choose various colors to add some dimension to your home’s exterior.

2. Landscaping

Topsoil and mulch are popular choices for landscaping, but gravel can add some extra texture and color to your plants and flowers with different size and color options. It’s also an effective tool against weeds and over-watering, as gravel provides great drainage.

3. Patios

Along with landscaping, using gravel for your patio provides proper water drainage along with the added design element of color and dimension to your patio space. In areas with a lot of foot traffic, like patios and walkways, gravel is very durable and will last a long time even with daily use.

4. Dog Run Areas 

If your yard is taking a beating from your pooch, adding gravel to create a dog run will protect your yard while providing a fun and safe place for your pet. The gravel aggregate or other gravel products you choose for the design will be soft on their paws and provide excellent drainage.

5. Accents

By now you know how perfect gravel is for all your outdoor drainage needs. Using gravel for design accents on your lawn will add some character while keeping the soil beneath cool and hydrated — and weeds will pull up easily. If you have a pond or water feature, gravel is a wonderful choice for these structures as well.

Don’t miss out on the benefits gravel products can bring to various areas of your home. Syracusa Sand & Gravel is Rochester’s main source for sand and gravel services and supplies. They have executed everything from massive construction site fill to servicing homeowner’s gravel driveways and topsoil needs. To get more information on their services and products, check out their website, and give them a call at (585) 310-2693.