Creating your Own Design with Brick Pavers - Part I

A brick path, patio or driveway has always been stately with artful colors and patterns that accentuate the home and surrounding nature. Hundreds of choices today can let you present almost any type of display that you can think of.

Do You Know The 4 Basic Designs That Yo Can Lay Your New Pavement?
There are four basic designs to start with before getting lost in the maze of brick patterns and brick colors, blended into different scenarios.

The stretcher bond pattern is a simple side-by-side formation that appears to stretch your deck or path when laid long ways.

This is the simplest of all brick patterns to install. The basket weave pattern simulates an old English landscaping appearance that intertwines a 2-brick length and width to create a basket woven design. Usually used for a historic tone with older buildings, aged brick helps bring about a worn look.

The Design Recommended For Driveways And Heavy Traffic Areas
The herringbone brick pattern is by far the most popular and elegant when lain properly by an expert and can be presented in two separate ways.

The 90-degree angle herringbone brick pattern has a domino look while the 45-degree angle slants the brick pattern in a unique fashion.

Both of these styles are recommended for driveways and heavy traffic areas because the design helps accept heavy loads and pressure more easily. This brick formation is a real beauty to use on patios to help blend together elegant outside surroundings.