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Stones for garden decoration are useful and beautify the environment. Now, have you ever stopped to know which types of stones match your garden? Do they change according to the internal or external area? Tua Casa brings today, besides the most used species, tips for those who want to set up a beautiful and harmonious green space. And there are also projects for you to get inspired!
Types of stones
There are several types of stones for gardens, so many options that it is common to get confused when choosing, "There are varieties of stones on the market with various sizes and colors for the composition of the landscaping project. Traditionally known in the market we have the expanded clay and white stone, which are the most suitable for decoration and easy to access", explains Rafael Sera, architect andSee below a list of the 7 most common types of stones for gardens:
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This is because this species, as the name implies, is easily found in rivers and lakes. Moreover, those who decide to buy them will find a very affordable price, usually R$ 5 reais per kilo.
2. natural pebble
Very similar to river stone, natural pebbles also have a beige or brownish tone. Whoever wants to use them can give a more natural look to the space. A kilo of this type of stone costs around R$ 5 reais.
3. white gravel
This stone is widely used to add elegance to the garden. Because it has a strong and brighter white color, it is indicated to give a certain highlight to a specific point of decoration in the garden. On average, the price per kilo is R$ 4.
4. dolomite stone
If you want a whiter stone with a more beautiful texture, dolomite is perfect. This stone also helps to give a certain highlight, being indicated mainly for making a kind of path in the garden. These stones are most easily found in large quantities of kilos, such as a 10 kg bag, where the price is around R$ 25.
5. expanded clay
Do you know those famous brown stones that we find in shopping mall decoration, for example? Then, they are made of clay, are light and leave a very beautiful environment. The dark brown has this gift and even passes a certain elegance. These garden stones are also used to decorate the surface of vases. The average kilo costs R$ 6 reais.
6. marble or granite pieces
If a black outfit is a key piece for those who are afraid of making a mistake with their look, the same goes for those who have a garden and invest in marble or granite pieces. Like a kind of path, these large stones are synonymous with elegance and good taste in the green area.
Granite slabs, on the other hand, are more suitable for those who want to use a space to enjoy the garden. They can also be used to build a natural bench, for example.
7. gravel
Gravel is a very common type of stone in civil construction, and it is most used exactly in external areas, mainly in farms and ranches. The shape of the stones is irregular and they are indicated for large spaces. The bag is usually sold with 2,0kg and costs around R$ 3.50.
Remember that you can use the stones as you wish in your decoration, but there is a common consensus among specialists that some combine better with certain objectives, as explained by the architect and landscape designer Felipe Mascarenhas: "For vase finishings, we use more pebbles or pebbles.Everything depends on the concept, whether it is something more modern, tropical or even oriental, a culture that uses this type of finishing.
Advantages and disadvantages
Using stones for gardens has many advantages. We can highlight the importance of this natural element with a decorative bias. Stones are practical, they do not require recurring maintenance. In addition, unlike plants, you do not need to prune or irrigate periodically. In other words, besides being beautiful, they do not give extra expenses. The best of the advantages is that they significantly reducethe accumulation of dirt and keep insects away (in the case of those who have little grass in the green area).
The disadvantage may be related to the choice of stone. Some need a different soil and also need heat, exposure. It is worth remembering that stones also bring more humidity, so they must be in the right place, indoors or out.
Now, in addition to these points, there are a number of issues that must be taken into account when setting up this space and also choosing the stones to decorate the place. Sera brings an important tip before starting your garden. It is necessary to conduct a study of the space, check the lighting, depth of soil, climate and movement of people. With all the information, look for the species that fitSet up a scenario that you would like to be in and let your imagination run wild.
It is worth remembering that for some cultures, like the Japanese, stones have meaning and are part, for example, of the famous Japanese Garden. For them, stones mean resistance. What do you think?
50 charming gardens with decorative stones
We have separated a total of 50 models with stones for gardens. Each project is beautiful, with different species and for different environments... Check it out!
1. garden stones at the entrance
The predominant tone here is lighter white, and matches the external context of the house.
2. rest area gets specific decoration
Here the garden stones mark out exactly the space to sit and relax. It also makes it easy to make sure that no one steps directly on the ground, especially on rainy days.
3. green space inside the house
The bottom of the stairs comes alive with this type of decoration. In this project, you can see how the white stones highlight the environment.
4. the way of the stones
You can use more than one type of stone in the decoration - and this is ideal for those who have considerable space, so they can create designs like this.
5. garden corner
Here it is possible to notice that the garden has gained the famous river stones. They give a more natural look to the decoration.
6. stones give life to the garden
In addition to the colorfulness of the plant, it is inevitable to fail to notice the decoration with a garden full of stones, especially those with a more natural look.
7. gravel is used to clear a path in the garden
The path leading up to the house is made with gravel, the small stones with different shapes. These stones are welcome because they also make the environment more beautiful and avoid dirt from direct contact with the earth.
8. stones help shape the decoration
There are countless projects that unite different kinds of stones and use them to create shapes or paths, as in this project above.
9. stones connect environments
Garden stones are normally used to connect different environments, and are quite common in paths that indicate specific areas as well, such as the swimming pool or the internal area of the house itself.
10. larger stones are used with larger plants
The ideal is to use the stones for larger gardens where there are larger plants, as in the landscape above. It looks proportional and beautiful!
11. rocks help decorate the backyard
The corner at the back of the yard can be given more life, and the garden can be given some large stone slabs to make the entrance to the green space accessible.
12. differences between stones for indoor and outdoor gardens
Sera reinforces an important detail for those who are looking for stones for gardens: "There are stones that absorb more temperature and can hinder the exchange of heat and, in some cases, even 'suffocate' some species of plants. With proper care to let the plant ventilate, it is possible to unleash the imagination when composing the landscaping in indoor or outdoor areas. StonesOrnamental plants, such as the Moledo, are great for adding a highlight to the garden.
13. large stones for those who like grass
If you like the green of grass and don't want to put too many stones in the garden, here is a great alternative: use large stones just for one corridor. It looks nice and preserves the grass more!
14. small stones for small areas
If the space you have to decorate is not large, here's a cool tip: use small stones to cover the earth surface, like in the project above. Sera reminds us that the goal of the garden is "to get closer to nature, leaving the space unique and identical to the natural one. It is important to be aware that some species live naturally and periodic care is needed to maintainthe ever-living garden."
15. stones decorate the pond under the stairs
Those who have a cool space under the stairs can take inspiration from this project here. Despite the whole lake building context, the stones and plants add a charm at the foot of the stairs.
16. stones for garden pots
Expanded clay stones are the most commonly used in pots inside or outside the garden. They are light and require no special care.
17. stones can be used in water
Garden stones do not have to be in contact with the earth or grass. In this project, you can see the use of stones directly in the fountain, in the water.
18. stones can compose a detailed landscaping project
In this project, the stone is among the main decorative elements. besides them, it is possible to notice the green wall worked with different species of plants and the presence of decoration with bamboos. a tip that Felipe mascarenhas gives is to use the bidim blanket, a black fabric that is placed under the ground, preferably with a layer of sand, and receives the stones on top. "This prevents the soilclimb up and dirty the stones".
19. stones are also present in the covered garden
Gravel was the stone chosen to compose this covered green environment. The garden also received flooring to compose the passage corridor.
20. penthouse with green space
Whether it is a common area of the building or a single-owner penthouse, here is an amazing suggestion for inserting greenery into this environment.
21. larger spaces allow a variation of stones
If the outside space of the house is large, do as in this project. Use several species of stones for the garden, giving an even more naturalistic look to the environment.
22. a garden can also be made on the balcony
In this project, the balcony of the apartment became the garden of the house.
23. stones in common space decoration
Decorating common green spaces, such as the entrance area of a building, is a good alternative to make the space look beautiful and valuable.
24. stone-worked resting area
The stones here are used to demarcate the resting area. In addition to the bench, the surface also receives some plant species. Those who want to avoid a dirty look on the stones should avoid white colors outdoors.
25. entrance decoration can be inspired by stones
In addition to the stones at the entrance, here we can also see the stone cladding done on the facade of the house.
26. wooden decking with stone decoration
The wooden deck, together with the gravel stones, has become a space to relax and enjoy the garden.
27. stones go with the decor
What could be more natural than combining stone with wood? This project is proof that the combination looks beautiful.
28. natural stone bench to make the garden cozier
Besides placing stones on the ground, you can also take inspiration from this landscaping project and create a natural stone bench. Felipe Mascarenhas reminds us that more sculptural stones are usually more expensive, but they add a lot of value to the garden.
29. different stones for various types of plants
Using different stones for each type of plant is also nice, and this is a good example of this idea. The picture shows the design of a space in front of a building.
30. combine the stones with the flowers
Since stones come in many colors and sizes, they can easily be combined with different types of flowers and plants. This coloring makes any garden beautiful.
31. white stones help illumination
The white stones, like the color itself, help to brighten up the night. Well-placed lights facilitate this lighting process.
See_also: Minnie's party: 110 inspirations and tutorials for an amazing party32. stones are used to form drawings and landscapes
Stones for the garden not only decorate the environment, but also allow a certain "play" with shapes and designs.
33. smaller stones are indicated for walkways
In addition to the stone slabs, the small stones together can also serve as walkways. In other words, people can move around in the environment, stepping on them, without experiencing any discomfort.
34. stone present in the external design of the house
In more designed houses it is possible to think of using stone in several places, such as in the entrance, in the side garden, and even as cladding. Remember that stones create humidity, so before placing them you need the advice of a specialist to avoid future problems.
35. stones around the house help to avoid dirt
The surroundings of the property can be decorated entirely with stone on the floor. This helps to avoid excessive rainfall on rainy days.
36. larger stones are indicated for common outdoor areas
Large stones are great for composing green sceneries of common outdoor areas, such as the garage of residential and commercial buildings. They are heavier and hardly shift in the rain, for example. The opposite, small stones, can be a bit more work.
37. stones outside the passage area
We have seen so far several projects with stones for gardens. In this one you notice that the element was not used for a walkway area, but rather for a resting area.
38. darker stones help to enhance the external floor
A nice move is to use the darker stones to highlight the floor, especially if it is in a lighter tone, as in the project above.
39. stones to demarcate the lake path
The stones used here serve to follow the path that the pond makes. The effect of this decorative element is stunning in this tranquil setting within the property.
40. natural fountain with stones of different species
Garden stones can also be used in places that are rich in nature. On a farm or ranch, how about setting up a space with a fountain? Note that in addition to the larger stone that receives the water, there are numerous smaller stones around it.
41. space to receive
The space under the tree seems to embrace the bench and chairs, a perfect place to sit alone under the shade and catch up on your reading or chat with friends.
42. flowerbed with stones for garden
No matter how small a flowerbed is on a property, it can and should receive different plants and stones.
43. stones help to avoid dirt where there is earth
In this project there is a special advantage: on a rainy day, without stones, this area of earth would certainly cause some excessive soiling of the glass windows.
44. stones for the entrance garden
Stones are also used to pave the way. It is common to find marble and slate, which is a rock in flooring, for entrance areas or even a garage.
45. stones to highlight the garden
The play of stones is present in many projects. Here, you can notice the brown stones, those closer to the root, and the white ones, more in the surroundings of the garden design.
46 - Stones to compose different environments
Those who use a wood deck for their outdoor area can also insert the stones or stone slabs to connect one room to the other, as in the case of this project.
47. stones can give the outline of the green area
Here the project involves the use of two garden stones, the square slabs and also the white ones, which form the outline of the green area.
Warning: If you have children at home, be careful with the use of stones, especially in the external area, where it is common to have children: "If it is a playground, for example, it is easier to use sand than pebbles", says Felipe Mascarenhas. Now that you know which stones are the most suitable for the garden, how about discovering the most common flowers for the garden?
