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Learn how to design with granite sawn stone steps and seating for timeless, functional outdoor spaces. Available now at ID Garden & Landscape Centre, Eltham.   🏡 Designing with Granite Sawn Steps & Seats There’s something undeniably timeless about natural stone — especially granite sawn steps and seating. At ID Garden & Landscape Centre, we stock premium Victorian-quarried field granite that’s cut, sawn, and ready to enhance outdoor spaces with strength, structure, and style. Here’s how to use granite steps and seats effectively in your garden layout. Make the Most of Slopes with Sawn Stone Steps Granite steps aren’t just functional — they’re a feature. In sloped gardens, they offer a safe, permanent way to move between levels without the need for timber or concrete. Why granite? It’s hard-wearing, slip-resistant, and looks better with age. Design tip: Use three or more steps in a row to create rhythm and flow. Pair with surrounding field rock or mulch for a natural transition. 🪑 2. Create Built-In Seating Zones A sawn granite block or slab can double as a low, sculptural seat in your landscape. Place them under trees, by fire pits, or along a pathway to create subtle places to pause and reflect, or to unwind with family and friends. Why granite? It holds heat in winter, stays cool in summer, and can withstand the elements. Design tip: Position seating stones at view points — facing the garden, a water feature, or your favourite plants.   📏 3. Keep it Modular for Flexibility Sawn stone is versatile — use it for:  Stepping pads in gravel or turf Retaining walls with integrated stairs Wide landings that double as seats  Garden bed edging or raised planter outlines Because each piece is close to uniform in height and finish, you can mix and match confidently to get the pieces fit just right.   🎨 4. Pair with Complementary Textures Granite steps and seats look best when surrounded by contrast. Consider: Screenings (like Honey Granite 20mm) for warm, golden path fill  Sustainable mulches like our Reground Bush Mulch to soften the edges  Landscape rock or boulders for anchoring larger zones This interplay between smooth and rugged gives your space visual interest and cohesion.   🛠 5. Think Long-Term DurabilityGranite is a lifetime material — it won’t warp, rot, or fade. Once installed, it adds long-term value and structure to any outdoor area. ·      Good to know: All our granite products are locally sourced supporting Victorian quarries and minimising transport impact.   📦 Available Now in Our Yard We stock: Field Granite Sawn Steps (various sizes)  Sawn Stone Seating Blocks  Field Granite Landscape Rock (for complementary use) All are available for pickup or local delivery — with bulk rates for landscaping projects and trades. Please note that these items are extremely heavy and need machinery to put into place, it is best working in with your landscape contractor to install them safely. Ready to build with stone?Drop in and view our sawn stone range up close. Our team can help you plan your layout, estimate materials, and recommend other products to tie the look together. ID Garden & Landscape Centre – Real stone. Real service. Real gardens.