Edging for stepping stones advice

last year

Hello everyone,

I need some advice.

I am redoing my backyard and installing stepper stones in an area with water runoff and a slight slope. My plan is to cover the space with 1 ½-inch granite rocks. Before doing so, would you recommend installing edging around the stepping stones, or is it only necessary if issues arise? If edging is necessary, which type would you recommend — plastic, metal, or stone?

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Allie L
Original Author

last year

Thank you. Yes, the steppers will be flush with 1 1/2” granite (similar to what’s pictured but with larger rock). Currently installed gravel was used just for base.

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mojavemaria
last year
If you sink those pavers at least halfway into your gravel it should help hold them in place and look better.
Allie L
Original Author
last year
I am more concerned with proper water run off. Previously there was brick edging (severely degraded and thus required rebuilding) that pretty much sprit the area into different sections. I am not sure if that was purely esthetics or there was a purpose behind it to divert water away from the house better.
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tracefloyd
last year
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Gravity will eventually cause the rock to slide downhill so edging would keep it in place and also make a clean line.

Solid plastic, wood or metal edging would act like a dam for water unless you drill holes in it. Brick or stone would allow water through and you already have the brick.

I would set the surface of the stepping stones to the same level as the gravel...looks better and not a trip hazard.
Allie L
Original Author
last year
We decided to do with stone border as you've recommended. I not just need to know wether this border needs to be dug in or can simply be installed over the ground surface. previously, the border was submerged into the ground. What would you recommend? Thank you.
tracefloyd
last year
Sorry me? I'm not an expert but was recommending brick since you already have an abundance of it. Regarding rock or brick, as long as there is some space in between for water to escape.