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The road most travelled The most-traversed paths are usually those practical routes — often running along the side of the house — that lead to utility areas such as the clothesline, shed and bins. “Here the path width should be determined by access requirements, so allow enough room to comfortably manoeuvre bins, a wheelbarrow, mower and anything else you need a thoroughfare for,” says Les. In these high-traffic zones, concrete paths in a coloured or aggregate finish are ideal, as they're robust, low- maintenance and smooth under the wheels of a laundry trolley or wheelbarrow. A pressure clean from time to time will banish mould or debris. If space is tight, keep border plantings minimal. “If you want to screen a shed or fence, consider plants like evergreen varieties of viburnum and lilly pilly, which can be hedged, or try a climber on the fence like star jasmine,” suggests Les. A track to lead the way Have a fire pit out the back, a poolside pavilion or a sunny alfresco spot? Consider making ‘directional’ routes that link zones and lead visitors to entertaining areas. “Creating a path with the same or similar materials used within entertaining areas creates a sense of continuity," says Luke, who suggests teaming large pieces of flagstone with crazy paving to aid in orientation. > Lighting among the foliage provides a charming effect - and an invitation to explore | TOP TRICKS & TIPS The perfect pathway is all in the details ON THE EDGE Edging is a great idea, particularly to help contain gravel or rock paths. There are myriad options, from treated pine to plastic and rustic weathering steel. If you have some DIY expertise, brick or stone edging on a mortar bed is another option. LIGHT THE WAY Path lighting enhances safety and creates ambience. Try sensor lights for entry ways, bollard lights along paths or lights nestled in bordering beds. For a DIY option, try Holman LED path lights that can be controlled via a smartphone. STEP UP If you have a sloping block, consider stairs. “The gradient of the block will influence the length of the stair flight, the inclusion of landings and the ratio of the treads and risers [depth and height of each stair],” says Luke. The dimensions need to adhere to the Building Code of Australian Standards. bunnings.com.au | (©) bunnings |() bunnings 37
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