Garden tiles: paving and plastic tiles for paths in the country

In addition to plants and decorative elements, the suburban area needs to be decorated with paths. For this, garden tiles are used. It must simultaneously be a decorative element and withstand mechanical stress. The material has a wide assortment, including monochromatic options and complemented by complex patterns. When choosing, you must take into account many important nuances. Therefore, it is worth figuring out what features the tile for the path in the country has, and what to consider when using it.

Paving slabs are an original way of decorating the backyard area.

Choice of material - varieties of tiles

Garden paving slabs are subdivided according to the manufacturing method. There are the following types:

1. Vibrocast. It is based on lightweight concrete. It is poured into special forms. Then, using a vibrating table, give the product the required area. Finally, the material is dried in open air;
2. Vibropressed. These garden path slabs are also made of concrete. But the technology of work is different from the previous type. Densification of forms occurs under the influence of a press. This allows you to obtain a product of higher strength. Closed-type chambers are used for drying;
3. Polymer sand. The base is a mixture of polymer materials and fine sand. First, the product is given the required shape, then sent under the press.

With the help of tiles, you can create cladding in different colors, textures and patterns, for paths and other surfaces.

The basis and production technology are not the only differences. Garden path tiles come in a variety of shapes:

• Paving stones. Differs in a long service life. The advantage is the ability to use the product several times if you need to change the location of the track. It endures the influence of low temperatures and frost. Environmentally friendly material;

When choosing the type of product, you should take into account the abrasion rate, the maximum temperature differences, the expected load, and also the budget.

• Polymer sand. Has a wide range of shades. The strength is not too high. Will withstand walking and cycling. It will not cope with more serious situations;

Polymer sand products have good strength properties and anti-slip properties.

• Rubber filler. They are usually placed in places for children's games. Has a soft surface to prevent serious injury when a child falls;

Contains rubber crumb, has high moisture, frost-resistant performance and sound-absorbing qualities.

• Reinforced. Differs in the use of metal mesh in production. Thanks to this wire, the product is durable.

These cement products are highly durable and are ideal for surfaces subject to heavy foot traffic or traffic.

Varieties of plastic tiles

Tiles in the garden path can also be plastic. It is available in different colors, configurations and thicknesses. The assortment is quite wide. But traditionally, such tiles can be divided into several different groups:

1. Garden parquet. Also called decking. It imitates natural wood parquet. The tiles are square in shape and standard size. Additionally, along the entire perimeter, there are special clamps necessary for attaching to other blocks and connecting to them. The coating looks beautiful, has a long service life. The product is produced in several colors. Each tile has two layers. One of them consists of PVC and is the base, and the second, the upper one, is a mixture of wood flour and polymer resin. All this allows you to create an imitation as close as possible to natural parquet. In addition to paths in the garden, such a product can be used to revet the plot next to the summer pool, terraces;
   

   Coatings that match in tone with architectural details or matched to the color of the house will look more harmonious.

2. Lawn grates. Not suitable for paths, but they can be used for lawns. Externally, they are a mesh with large cells and stiffening ribs. You can mount the product not only on free land, but also on ready-made lawns. The trellis allows you to arrange the garden so that the grass will grow in a specially designated area, and not throughout the area. In this case, the soil will not suffer. The cells do not allow it to weather, and also have drainage properties. To fasten the blocks and connect them to each other, plastic clamps are used;
   

   Mesh tiles are often used in the design of sidewalks, steps, swimming pools, ornamental ponds or fountains.

3. Modular design. A special feature is the original shape. Can be used to create tracks, as well as when forming sites on a site. It is a rectangular module that can be easily connected to each other. The key advantage of using it is fast installation. No additional material is required. The main thing is that the surface on which the modular structure is to be used is flat.
   

   Many species have a honeycomb pattern.

Features and design options - shape and masonry

A wide selection of garden path tiles allows you to create beautiful and original combinations. It all depends on the imagination of the owner of the site. But it is recommended to take into account the following nuances:

1. Landscape and its features;
2. Architectural nuances of the site;
3. The specific place where it is planned to lay the tiles and what will be its purpose;
4. Site area and configuration.

The laying pattern will affect the visual perception of the track and the entire area. It allows you to model the space, visually emphasize the dignity of the garden, and create a certain desired effect. The tiles used in the garden are strong and durable materials. Therefore, it is recommended to approach the choice of the masonry scheme thoroughly.

With the help of the right shade of the product, it turns out to achieve a noticeable transformation of the paths and landscape.

The center of the track is usually done in a straight line. The rest of the paths leading to the garden and further to the site can be made ornate. A curved shape will look more natural and lively than a straight one. Ornate allows you to visually expand the space, filling it with volume. The garden will look many-sided.

Cladding in a gray shade becomes a universal solution, which adds sophistication to the design, harmonizes with a wide variety of colors and favorably emphasizes the architectural merits.

With classic masonry, the following masonry schemes can be used:

1. Herringbone. The product is positioned at angles of 45 and 90 degrees;
2. Network. It is necessary to alternate transverse products with longitudinal ones;
3. Chess. The product is used in two shades. They are placed in a checkerboard pattern.

These patterns are suitable if curly and rectangular tiles are used. For areas with bends, it is recommended to use a scheme called brick bond. This will produce soft curves and smooth corners.

Quite often, materials of a pleasant dark orange, brown, brick or cherry shade are chosen for finishing, which are the most practical to use.

The direction in which the tiles are laid directly affects the visual perception of the tracks. Therefore, you can make certain accents, if necessary:

1. To visually make the track shorter, you should lay the rows of the product perpendicular to the direction of movement;
2. If the direction of the rows coincides with the axis of the track, then the object will appear more elongated;
3. Herringbone masonry, using an angle of 45 degrees, visually compresses the area;
4. For a small area, even rows laid in parallel are suitable.

In order to protect the tiles from damage, it is recommended to use a border frame.

If the cladding is done independently, it is recommended to use simple masonry schemes. Among them:

1. Braid and herringbone. These types of masonry have already been noted. They are used quite often. Their advantage is that the schemes are implemented simply, do not require certain skills from the master, but attractive patterns are obtained. Braid is a type of herringbone;
2. Circular masonry. Suitable for pitches in the shape of a circle. You can combine such masonry with other types, such as a random order or a herringbone.

They can also use various types of tiles, among them:

1. Rhombus. Differs in a variety of options. Hexagons can be laid when products of the same tone or several different shades are used in the formation of patterns. It is possible to use a diagonal or straight cladding pattern. A flower also looks beautiful on the site. It will require several contrasting colors, and the pattern can be laid out both horizontally and vertically. Before laying the masonry, it is recommended to mark the central part of the symmetry;
   

   Allows you to decorate the surface with an original three-dimensional pattern in the form of a multi-pointed star or cube, which perfectly complements the surrounding exterior.

2. Wave. Such products look most advantageous when laid diagonally, in the form of chess or brickwork. The tiles are versatile enough to make any area attractive. Due to the increased contact area on the sides, the load is evenly distributed over the entire surface;
   

   It consists of elongated elements with curves reminiscent of a wave or lightning, which can enliven the surrounding space and make it much more interesting.

3. Clover. The product is distinguished by its original shape. Suitable if you want to create an original ensemble on the site. Available with a smooth and rough surface. It does not take a long time to choose a suitable masonry scheme. Even simple chess will look impressive with such tiles.
   

   It can be embossed and in the form of squares, with corners cut into a circle or smooth tiles with a complex structure and variety of shapes.

VIDEO: How to properly lay paving slabs.

Beautiful examples of track design in the photo:

There are many options for decorating paths in the garden. In addition to your own imagination, you can get acquainted with already implemented beautiful ideas. This will allow you to get the perfect path in the garden, combining your own ideas with existing ones.

The tile on the site should be not only durable, but also attractive. This will allow her to harmoniously fit into the overall interior of the garden. Modern manufacturers produce many tile options. Therefore, there is an ideal option for every garden.