Things You\’ll Need
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Measuring tape
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Grass rake
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Shovel or spade
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Pea gravel
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Barrier stone or aluminum
A simple stone or aluminum barrier can help keep gravel out ofyour lawn.
Photos.com/Photos.com/Getty ImagesA gravel path through your lawn leading into your garden or a gravel driveway leading to your home may project exactly the country-style, rustic appearance you want. But keeping the gravel from skipping out of place into the lawn can become an unwelcome chore if you don't create a barrier to prevent it. Gravel in your lawn can damage your lawn mower and injure bare feet. You can create inexpensive gravel barriers quickly with a variety of edging materials, or choose a more costly but decorative specialty stone barrier.
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Step 1
Measure the site in which you'll install your edging. Add a few feet to your total to cover curves in the edging path as well as occasional installation damage.
Step 2
Rake the section of lawn nearest to the gravel, removing all small stones and debris. Mark an edging path with the sharp end of your spade or shovel.
Step 3
Dig a shallow trench along the edging path. Dig deeply enough to allow a 2-inch barrier above the gravel after barrier installation. Remove all grass and roots from the backfill.
Step 4
Scoop a layer of pea gravel into your trench. This will help stabilize your edging material and enhance drainage.
Step 5
Insert your edging material into the trench in short sections. Once the barrier section is in position, fill the trench with your clean backfill. Tamp down firmly.
Step 6
Repeat the installation process until the edging barrier is complete. Mound the soil slightly at the barrier top, and tamp down. This will help your edging shed rainwater.