While asphalt driveways don't draw much attention from ... complement the colors of the home's exterior. Meanwhile, the border pavers should match the color of the home's roof.

If you want an asphalt driveway to last, the soil under it must ... This gives you a 6-inch-wide gravel border around the new blacktop. This shoulder provides the all-important lateral support.

Asphalt companies charge about $1,000 ... below the existing driveway. Install paver edging along grass edges and spread a 1-in. layer of coarse sand. Don't compact it. Set your pavers, compact ...

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