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    THE MAKERS

    May 01, 2019 4 minutes

    KEEPING ON TRACK

    unning down the centre of this garden are several curved paths that designer Andrew Plymin refers to as “tracks”. Each is bordered by brick edging embedded flush into Dromana toppings. “Visually, this simple-to-install device has stretched the garden and given the viewer a sight line to follow, beckoning the visitor to explore more,” says Andrew. “This brick work has also elevated quite cheap Dromana toppings to a more designer aesthetic.” Dromana toppings is a popular choice for garden paths as well as driveways. It is made out of crushed brown granite, is comfortable to walk on and introduces a pleasant warm colour. An even cheaper alternative, providing a similar look, is

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