Landscaping Brick Colors

Brick Benefits

• Brick is an easy and inexpensive way to upgrade the look of a yard or garden. The color is often aesthetically pleasing, and bricks function well as borders, walkways and retaining walls. Their strength and durability can add support to water features and give warmth to an otherwise plain space. Their uses are versatile and can give a project a finished and creative appearance. They are water and fire resistant and among the most durable building materials available. Replacement is normally simple, and bricks are widely available.

Eco-friendly

• Brick as a building and landscaping material is desirable for its eco-friendliness and recycle ability. Since many homeowners prefer the look of worn, antique brick, a variety of styles and colors can be found at local salvage companies. The process of making brick has also been made greener by incorporating petroleum-contaminated soils or sewage sludge into the clay mixture that is normally used. When combined and fired at high temperatures, these products are equally durable and attractive as standard brick.

Colors

• The color options afforded by brick are fairly diverse. The standard is a deep red that is commonly used in both buildings and yards, though a variety of other options exist. Most manufacturers have a white or light gray option, which can bring an element of contrast to gardens with dense greenery. Additionally, a variety of tans, browns, rose pink and a blend of these colors are widely available. They can be used separately or together depending on the desires of the homeowner.

Patterns

• Brick is among the most diverse materials in landscaping. Its uniform shape and size means it can be used to create a diverse set of patterns and layouts in the home or garden. The single basket weave incorporates bricks that are laid both horizontally and vertically and bonded with mortar. This layout can reduce breakage and sinking in moist soils. The 45-degree herringbone is one that incorporates a little creativity and visual interest. Bricks, both full-size and cut into triangles, are laid at a 45-degree angle from one another.