Which granite stones are suitable for edging a bed?
Granite stones are available in different sizes and designs, all of which are more or less suitable for edging a bed. Depending on your project, you should opt for a different version. For a narrow edge that is let into the floor, you can definitely use the 10/10/9 format. For a higher edge, it is better to use larger paving stones.
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- How to set a granite bed surround
- Can I make a stone border myself?
- Can I also concret a bed border?
Where can I buy granite stones?
You can buy granite in the form of paving or border edges in specialist shops (hardware store, building materials trade or gardening supplies), but you can also order it conveniently on the Internet. Then you don't have to transport the heavy stones yourself.
How do I set granite stones as a border?
If you want to put a granite mowing edge around your lawn, it is sufficient if you lay the stones in a row at ground level. An excavation at the height of the stones to be laid plus about five centimeters for a sand bed is sufficient. Gently tap the granite stones with a rubber mallet.
A higher edging made of small-sized stones should be set in concrete so that it does not tip over or become crooked over time. You put larger stones about halfway in the ground, then they will hold up even without concrete under moderate stress.
Setting granite stones - a guide in bullet points:
- Dig a narrow trench along the bed
- Trench depth = stone height + 5 cm
- Trench width = stone width
- Fill in sand approx. 5 cm high
- Insert the granite stones and tap into place with a rubber mallet
Is there a cheap alternative to granite?
Unfortunately, granite is not exactly cheap to buy, unlike plastic or cast stone. Both are also available in a more or less well-made granite look. You can take a look at these materials in the hardware store. However, keep in mind that plastic is often only weather-resistant for a limited time.
Tips
If you want a weather-resistant bed border, then granite is ideal.