Stepping Stones for Gardens & Patios

What are garden stepping stones and what are they used for?

Garden stepping stones are sets of stone slabs that are arranged to form a pathway, typically through gardens. These stepping stones are viewed as a more cost-effective, lower maintenance alternative to paved garden paths.

Along with being affordable, garden stepping stones offer an attractive and charming appeal to outdoor spaces. They provide a more understated look that blends seamlessly with both traditional and contemporary styles. Options such as round stepping stones, concrete stepping stones, slate stepping stones, and grey stepping stones cater to various aesthetic preferences.

What types of decorative stepping stones do you sell?

At Simply Paving, our collection of garden stepping stones caters to all styles and preferences, including cheap garden stepping stones.

• For a handcrafted feel reminiscent of natural stone formations, consider our Bradstone Stepping Stones in Weathered Brown, which perfectly complement country cottage garden setups.
• For a more modern motif, our Bradstone Round Stepping Stones in Cream Blend bring neat uniformity to your garden pathway.

How to lay garden stepping stones?

Compared to paved pathways, installing stepping stones in your garden is relatively straightforward. Here are the steps:

1. Dig a Trench: Dig a trench where your intended stepping stone path will lay, ensuring it is 20mm deeper than the thickness of your stones.
2. Lay Stepping Stones: Bind each stepping stone to the bottom of your trench with a semi-dry mortar mix (refer to our guide on how to mix mortar for more information).
3. Backfill the Trench: Once all stepping stones are laid, backfill the rest of your trench with either gravel or soil.

For a more detailed breakdown, read our in-depth guide over at our Advice Centre.

Can I use any type of paving slab as a decorative stepping stone?

Technically, any type of paving slab can be used as a garden stepping stone if you know how to cut pavers down to size. However, this can be an arduous task requiring specialist equipment, especially for durable pavers such as porcelain slabs. To simplify the process, consider buying specialist stepping stones. These are specifically designed for pathways and are ready to install straight out of the pack. Stepping stones are often cheaper, too, making them an economical choice for garden pathways.

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