Concrete doesn't have to be used solely as the base of your patio. "It can create small pathways at thresholds within a garden," Sohbati says, "These pavers can be formed in any shape, from rigid ...

Board said exposed aggregate prices start at $4.50 per square foot, which does not include sealing. Davison, who includes sealing in the price, charges $6.25 to $7.25, depending on the finish.

Patios, garden paths, and stepping stones all look amazing when created with this mixture. The rounded edges of the pea gravel also make it easier on bare feet compared to other, sharper aggregates.

Crushed stone is a human-made aggregate that's produced by crushing big rocks into little rocks with the aid of a rock crusher — hence the name. On the other hand, pea gravel is not made by humans.