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Gravel Driveways Say Rustic In Log HomesIf your wanting a humble yet practical driveway than gravel is the way to go. To build these drives you must scrape away the topsoil and replace it with 4-6 inches of crushed stone. This is the most affordable driveway if your home sits way back from the road.This is the most economical and the easiest to install and maintain. If this situation pertains to you than you can always install this drive for the "lane "part of the driveway, then change over to another form of paving for the area nearest your home.
Pro's
Low cost
Environmentally friendly
Available in different colors
Fits the rustic look of many log homes
Con's
The stones gets tracked into the house and vehicles.
Easy to create ruts and puddles.
High maintenance.Needs periodic scraping
Tends to end up everywhere after shoveling/ plowing.
Durability - 1-10 years depending on subsoil
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