Gravel can make for a simple, effective driveway solution that is easy to work with and install. The convenience is pretty hard to beat, but that doesn't mean there aren't downsides. There are plenty ...

'A French drain is a gravel-filled trench with a perforated pipe that collects water and channels it away from the driveway,' ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

Gravel driveways offer an affordable, practical, and long-lasting alternative to asphalt or poured concrete. They are particularly advantageous for homeowners with long, winding driveways. Proper ...

Driveways come in all types of materials, from the usual suspects like asphalt and concrete to tried-and-true brick and even crushed oyster shells. If you're looking for the most budget-friendly ...

A mix of stone and other matierals can enhance your driveway, as seen in this pattern of pavestone, brick and Pennsylvania bluestone designed by Harold Leidner Landscape Architects. Courtesy Harold ...

The driveway materials you choose to finish off this aspect of your home not only define how it looks – they also play a crucial role in how well it performs. While you might have some very firm ...

If your home lacks kerb appeal, knowing how to resurface a driveway can prove valuable. A drive’s prominence means it makes a huge impact on your home’s appearance from the street, and if you ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...