By Helen Andriatsitohaina Jan. 13, 2025
From zen pathways to cottage driveways, gravel front yards continue to be a go-to choice for countless homeowners — and for good reasons. Not only is gravel versatile, but it’s also cost-effective and low maintenance. Oh, and it comes in a surprising selection of colors, too. This raises the question: Which one makes the best first impression? Should you go with snowy white to make the landscape pop or stick to timeless gray? Or what if you pick beige gravel for a warm and welcoming feel?
We consulted Lindsey Schmidt (@livingfreewithlindsey), a licensed realtor in Virginia, on how to choose the best gravel color to increase your home’s curb appeal. To our surprise, it doesn’t matter as much as we think. Sure, the right shade can enhance your front yard (to some extent), but there are so many other effective ways to do this (like making sure the gravel is clean and uniformly spread). “You don’t want it to be the focal point, rather a clean, manicured look that complements the home and surroundings,” Schmidt shared in her exclusive interview with House Digest.
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