Question
Hi Mark,

Planning on laying a flagstone pathway in my front yard. I'm really new to this type of project, but I've researched a lot, and figured I'd give it a shot.

Wonder if you could answer a few quick questions though. Is there a particular kind of size in terms of thickness that is ideal for a walking path? I see there are options for 1 inch or less, 1-2 inches, 2-3 or even 3-4.

Also, where to residential owners like me typically buy this stuff in bulk? Total square footage of the pathway is around 200 (50 feet x 4 feet). Figure I need at least 2 tons.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Josh

Answer
Hello:

The thickness should be in between too thin and too thick. Too thin,such as 1 to 2 inches will not have the durability you seek and too thick,such as 3 to 4 inches will be too heavy to work with. So I would go with 2 to 3 inches.

Flagstone is available from the various landscape stone suppliers and quarries.
Good luck.


Mark Harshman


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