10 paths and paving ideas

[RobP]

Paving is not a difficult D.I.Y. job, and a new path can be both functional and an attractive feature of your home and garden.

For inspiration for your paving project, check out what our clever and creative Bunnings Workshop community members have achieved.

1. Side access paving by @Yorky88 

Charcoal-coloured paving and river pebbles revamped this sideway to produce a stylish, low-maintenance area.

2. Side yard paving and bike shelter by @weekenddiyer  

Building a bike shelter and laying pavers created a more functional and attractive area in this side access project.

3. Small yard makeover with pavers and planter boxes by @marliemakesit 

To prepare the area for paving, Marlie laid a base of metal dust compacted with a plate compactor. 600mm x 600mm porcelain pavers were laid with landscaping sand brushed over to fill gaps. 

4. Side path paver transformation by @Lmassih 

Recycled pavers cut and laid on compacted sand and road base for a side path.

5. Travertine pavers and gravel garden path by @TaylerMayd  

A smart solution to a muddy thoroughfare with a new garden path using Travertine pavers and gravel at a cost of just $600.

6. Sideway path using bluestone rounds by @Jason 

Old cracked concrete replaced with a path using bluestone rounds, railway sleepers and stones.

7. Front path renovation using pavers and stones by @Remarka6le 

A new front pathway and garden made with weed mat, pavers, stones, sleepers and concrete.

8. Side yard access improved with concrete path by @Nham 

Fresh concrete with a charcoal semi-gloss sealer provided a neat and practical solution to an overgrown side pathway.

9. Side path budget paving using recycled materials by @TheHandySqirrel 

Recycled bricks and pavers used to make a solid side path.

10. Paver refresh with paint by @prettyliving 

A simple refresh that included cleaning and painting pavers changed the look of this pathway.

More advice and inspiration for your paving project

Experienced Bunnings Workshop member Adam created the handy guide How to lay paving for a path with step-by-step instructions and a list of tools and materials required.

Get more ideas for your home from our collection of 20 paving ideas for outdoor entertaining areas by Bunnings Workshop community members.

[Herrenovacation]

Great Projects you shared @RobP 

Especially number 9 @TheHandySqirrel using recycled bricks & pavers! I love a reuse or recycle project, especially when new pavers can be so expensive. For those experiencing this if you don't want to reuse old pavers you could also consider making your own like I decided to do with my DIY stepping stones.

Happy DIYing everyone!