Paving Stone Installation
Paving stones versus concrete
Paver stones are a great alternative to Concrete. Paving stones have a unique look than that of Concrete, they have a wide range of colours available and flexibility to mix and match different coloured pavers within a driveway or patio, and create patterns within patterns, something unique to paving stones.
Paving stones are precast, so have a consistency that Concrete often can not achieve. If you have a major oil leak problem or tough stain, pavers can be removed and replaced, whereas cleaning a stain on Concrete seldom removes the stain. Paving stones driveways are ready to use immediately after installation is complete vs having to wait 28 days for concrete driveway installs, and there are no cracks ever in a paving stone driveway.
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Paving Stone Driveways
Paving stone driveways are one of the first features noticed when approaching your home, making them a significant investment. We understand the importance of designing a driveway that complements your home’s style. Whether you prefer a simple, classic brick pattern or a more intricate design with various colors, stone styles, and integrated patterns, the possibilities are endless. Like concrete, paving stones provide a strong and durable foundation for a long-lasting driveway, offering both functionality and aesthetic appeal.
Paving Stone Installation
Paver installation involves similar preparation to poured in place concrete, starting with excavation, followed by laying a substantial base — usually gravel. Next comes a layer of bedding sand. You’ll need some edge restraint, concrete works best or spiked plastic, to keep the paver installation together and lock it in tightly.
Once the pavers are laid, they are compacted with a plate compactor that drives the pavers slightly into the bed of sand solidifying them.
Sand is applied between the pavers and compacted again to strengthen the joints so that the paver installation acts like one solid piece. Even as a solid mass, paving stones can move and flex without the worry of the cracking issues you’d have with a slab of concrete.
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Paving and Concrete
Being a concrete contractor we are able to take on the concrete parts of your project such as concrete walls or stairs. Paving stones make great flat work but not great stairs, we can combine concrete pavers and steps together for a unique blend of the two styles. We enjoy leading the way and not following , have any ideas of you would like to explore ? Give us a call today.
Paving stone Patios and Pool Decks
Paving stone patios are an excellent alternative to concrete, offering the same durability and aesthetic appeal, with added versatility. A well-designed paving stone patio creates an inviting outdoor space that becomes your go-to spot during the summer months. These patios are an investment that enhances your outdoor living experience every day. If your backyard is sloped, as many are on the North Shore, paving stones are still a viable option. By combining our concrete expertise with the installation of retaining walls to manage soil and level uneven surfaces, we can create the perfect patio for your space.
Types of Pavers
There are a wide range of colours , shapes, sizes and materials paving stones in which paver stones are made. The most common color for paving stones is shades of charcoal, they compliment most building exterior colours and do not clash. The most common size is around the size of a typical building brick up to ½ ft2. Paving stones are made from many materials most commonly concrete but may be constructed from limestone, granite, basalt, and even porcelain.
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Paving Stone Care
Paving stones are very low maintenance and require no maintenance, with their long warranty you can rest easy and enjoy your investment. A periodic pressure wash is a great idea to keep them looking great but take care not to wash the sand out between them, the sand is key in keeping them locked in place. If you would like a bit of sheen we can apply a gloss sealer.
Paving stone warranty
Many improperly installed paving stone jobs start to heave and look terrible after a few years. Iron Trident stands behind our installations with a 3 Year industry-leading settling warranty. Plus, depending on the paver that is picked, it’s not uncommon for pavers themselves to carry a 20 year plus warranty from the manufacturer.
