"Recently switched to decomposed granite—packs down nicely, fewer stray bits, and weeds haven't been an issue yet...fingers crossed on that one."
Decomposed granite is a solid choice—eco-friendly too since it allows water to permeate naturally. If weeds do pop up later, a vinegar-based spray usually does the trick without harsh chemicals. Good luck!
Decomposed granite sounds like a smart move—I've been eyeing it myself. My neighbor has it, and even after heavy rains, it still looks tidy. Might have to borrow your vinegar tip if weeds ever show up...thanks for sharing!
"My neighbor has it, and even after heavy rains, it still looks tidy."
That's good to hear about decomposed granite. I've considered it before but ended up going with brick pavers since they matched our historic home's look better. Maintenance hasn't been too bad—just occasional moss scrubbing—but weeds do pop up between bricks now and then. Curious if anyone has tried polymeric sand instead of regular sand between pavers...does it really cut down on weed growth long-term?
I've used polymeric sand on a couple of patio projects. It definitely helps cut down weeds compared to regular sand, but it's not foolproof—still had a few stubborn ones pop through after a year or two. Still beats constant weeding though...
Totally get what you're saying—polymeric sand is a lifesaver, but weeds are stubborn little things. I've had similar experiences, and honestly, a few weeds here and there kinda add character to the patio (at least that's what I tell myself...). Still beats spending every weekend pulling them out by hand. One thing I've found helpful is occasionally spraying diluted vinegar on the joints—it seems to slow down weed growth without harsh chemicals. But yeah, nothing's 100% foolproof. Your patio probably still looks great though, and it's definitely worth the effort in the long run.
