Paving stones are a great way to spruce up your home's outdoor areas. ... Doing so will create a weather barrier and help preserve the finish of your patio, walkway or driveway.

If you want to transform your yard in both style and functionality, a paver project may just be the way to go. Here are some DIY ideas to get you started.

Q: I'm planning a paver patio. Because of the harsh economy, I can't afford to hire a contractor. Will brick pavers make a durable patio, or should I choose concrete pavers? What's the difference?

Whether you use bricks or patio pavers, laying the base and the leveling process are identical. “Leveling” is the proper term to use, but you do not want the patio to be level.

The sidewalks are made of 100 percent recycled waste-tire crumb, with about five old tires going into each 5-foot square paver. The crumb rubber is mixed with a urethane resin binder and colorant ...

HURLEY — The Town Board has approved the use of precast concrete pavers, instead of bluestone, to replace about 90 feet of sidewalk as part of an Eagle Scout project at the Hurley Reformed Church.