Stunning and elegant yet practical, pavers have been used for thousands of years, dating back to the Roman Empire when streets were created with cobblestone pavers. Those same streets are still being used today, quite a testament to durability and beauty of pavers. On the rare occasion that repairs are needed, workers remove the stone paver, fix the area, and put the same paver or a new paver into the area.
From walkways and edging to driveways, patios and pool decks, there are many outside areas that can benefit from the beauty and durability of paving stones. Pavers are made from a variety of materials, including natural stone, brick and concrete and come in a wide variety of shapes, styles and colors.
Top Reasons you should love Paver’s too!
1. Strength - Pavers are 2 to 3 times stronger than poured concrete. For instance poured concrete is tested to withstand 2,000 PSI, while paving stones are tested to withstand an excess of 8,000 PSI. Pavers are also weather resistant. They do not crack like asphalt and concrete, making them the ideal product for surfaces that see the type of freeze/thaw temperatures we see in the Midwest.
2. Creative Design – Many shapes, patterns and colors for increased curb appeal. Paving stone manufacturers offer numerous design options to complement any architectural style and match any décor. With a range of shapes, sizes, patterns and colors, there is something to suit everyone's taste.
3. Ease of Repair and Maintenance - Pavers are easily removed and replaced. If a repair does become necessary, individual paving stones can be removed and re-installed like pieces of a puzzle without unsightly patches. No jackhammers needed!
4. Safety – Concrete Pavers are slip resistant in wet conditions, making them the ideal choice for pool areas where safety is an issue. Plus pavers are significantly cooler on bare feet and there is no risk of damage from snow shovels or blades during the winter.
5. Lifetime of Value - Most paving stone manufacturers provide a lifetime warranty on the structural integrity of the paving stones. When considering maintenance and replacement costs of concrete and asphalt, pavers offer an economical, long-term advantage.
6. Environmentally Friendly - Interlocking pavers allow rainwater to drain through the joints. This allows natural biological processes to filter contaminants from the water before they reach our waterways.
7. Durability – Pavers are a flexible surface system that allows for movement. The pavement system moves in unison with the earth’s usual tendency to swell and contract avoiding the damage you may see with a concrete slab. With pavers, if any ground settling occurs a repair is easy by simply re-setting the paving stone.
8. Stunning and elegant curb appeal – Most of all paving stones create a beautiful one of a kind look and feel for driveways, patios, pool desk, walkways and other projects!
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