If you want to upgrade your backyard without the expense of hiring a professional landscaper, concrete pavers are your best friend. Affordable, versatile, and surprisingly easy to work with, they’re the perfect material for a wide range of DIY landscaping projects.

Here are some creative and achievable ways to use Austral Masonry Concrete Pavers to refresh your outdoor space.

Concrete pavers are:

• Durable and weather-resistant
• Available in various colours, textures, and sizes
• Ideal for modular layouts (no mortar required)
• Easy to install over gravel/sand or concrete base

From patios to pathways, they’re suitable for both structural and decorative landscaping applications.

Looking for ways to transform your outdoor space while making it functional can be overwhelming. Here are popular landscaping ideas to consider when using concrete pavers:

One of the simplest ways to add charm and function to your yard is with a paver pathway.

Instructions:

• Mark your path layout with string or spray paint
• Excavate and lay a compacted gravel base
• Add bedding sand, then level and place your pavers
• Fill joints with sand or decorative gravel

Design Tip: Use alternating paver colours or shapes for a unique stepping stone look. Add solar path lights for extra appeal.

Turn an unused patch of lawn into a stylish patio with textured pavers.

• Choose larger pavers for a clean, modern finish
• Frame with contrasting border pavers for definition
• Add an outdoor rug, furniture, and potted plants to complete the look

Pro Tip: Allow for at least 10mm spacing between pavers for expansion and drainage.

Concrete pavers make excellent garden bed borders or edging along driveways and lawns.

• Stack pavers vertically for a raised look
• Lay flush with turf for a subtle frame
• Combine with mulch and native plants for low-maintenance landscaping

Practical Benefit: Paver borders reduce lawn creep and keep mulch in place during heavy rain.

Build a dedicated area for your fire pit using square paver arrangements.

• Lay pavers on compacted gravel in a ring or square pattern
• Ensure there’s clearance from flammable materials
• Finish with crushed stone or decomposed granite in between gaps

Pair with concrete sleeper benches for a cohesive look.

Create a paver mosaic or patterned zone as a focal point in your garden.

• Use different coloured pavers to form geometric or organic designs
• Surround with pebbles, grass, or recycled timber
• Ideal for zen gardens, pot displays, or small courtyards

Inspiration:  Browse ideas on for paver layout inspiration.

When choosing concrete pavers, consider:

• Load requirements – thicker pavers for driveways; standard for foot traffic
• Slip resistance – especially important around pools or on slopes
• Colour and texture – match or contrast with your home’s exterior

Explore the full Austral Masonry Concrete Paver Range for style and sizing options.

• Always compact your base to prevent movement
• Use a string line for straight paths and layouts
• Sweep sand or polymeric joint filler into gaps for stability
• Rinse thoroughly to avoid hazing after joint filler application

DIY landscaping with concrete pavers is rewarding, budget-friendly, and a great way to personalise your outdoor space. Whether you’re building a patio, path, or garden edge, the options are nearly limitless — and best of all, achievable in a weekend.

Get started with Austral Masonry concrete pavers and make your landscaping vision a reality, one paver at a time.

Apart from patios and pathways, concrete pavers can be used for driveways, pool surrounds, steps, and vertical features like low garden walls. This versatility makes them ideal for structural and decorative outdoor applications.

Filling concrete paver gaps can depend on the desired look and function. You can opt for materials like sand, polymeric sand, or decorative gravel. In particular, polymeric sand hardens when wet, which helps prevent weed growth and insect intrusion.

Use edge restraints such as plastic, metal, or concrete edging to secure the perimeter of your paver layout. This prevents movement over time and helps maintain the shape and integrity of your design.