But it requires several cuts along the perimeter.
Herringbone curved brick walkway patterns.
This lovely curved brick paver walkway is an example of the running bond pattern although it has a different soldier course.
Having any sort of brick paving laid will run between 10 and 25 per square foot depending on the type of brick pattern site conditions and other factors.
Building a patio without having to cut your pavers.
Herringbones are usually laid at 45 or 90 degree angles and require precision and patience with measuring and laying the bricks.
Line up the leading corners of the brick with a straightedge.
Herringbone photo by don penny time inc.
The photos here provide examples.
This zigzag pattern creates a formal look that can be adapted to a slight curve.
A soldier course is the border which serves as a decorative edging for such things as walkways patios and driveways.
Then set out nine bricks.
Cost of a brick walkway.
Brick patterns for patios and walkways herringbone brick pattern aka herringbone brick bond.
Four outer bricks form a square that encases a half brick to cover 1 square foot.
To gauge the starting point of the pattern mark a 45 degree angle on the corner of one brick.
Brick patterns include the basket weave sometimes spelled as one word herringbone and running bond.
Luckily most residential walkways do not cover an excessive amount of space meaning that the square footage will be low.
Illustration by thomas taylor.
Then measure the distance between the 45 degree line and the straightedge and note it.