Brick Lawn Edging Ideas

Basketweave Pattern

• A basketweave pattern is created through setting two brick pavers together along their long side, creating a square. The first two brick pavers are given a horizontal orientation, and the next two are given a vertical orientation, and the entire row is staggered in that fashion. When the second row begins, the first two brick pavers are set in a vertical fashion, and that row is similarly staggered. This creates a pattern that can suit walkways or patios as well as brick edgings.

Stretcher Bond Pattern

• The stretcher bond pattern is the most common seen in brick walls. Considered the simplest to install, it consists of putting down one row of bricks laid end-to-end, then putting down the next row so that each point where bricks meet on the second row lies directly over the center point of a brick on the first row. The pattern continues for each successive row.

Herringbone Pattern

• The herringbone pattern is the most complex of the brick edging ideas available, but it can be rewarding if you are willing to take the time for it. In this pattern, the bricks are laid end to end at a right angle. This is a very eye-catching pattern, and can be a great choice for an area of your lawn that seems a little plain or a little empty. One of the greatest advantages of this pattern is that it can support a great deal of pressure without bowing. When using the herringbone pattern, the empty triangles along the edges can be filled in with triangular pavers made specifically for that purpose.