Difference
Paver Block
Appearance
The widest range of surface finishes, colors, shapes, and sizes. Laying patterns can compliment the architectural style of any home because of the wide variety of styles available.
Initial cost & Installation
Moderate
Tightly fitted, uniform units are placed over a sand bed and a compacted aggregate base. Imardiately ready for use. Can be installed by homeowner or an ICPI Certified Professional.
Maintenance
Low
Stained or broken pavers can be easily replaced without patches. Dark colored pavers can help hide stains. Factory-rude pavers last for decades.
Winter Durability
High
Small high density units resist cracking as well as damage from freeze-thaw cycles and salts. Payers are stronger than ordinary or stamped concrete.
Snow Removal
Smooth surface allows for easy snow removal. Darker colored payers help melt snow faster. Snow-Telt systems can be easily integrated to eliminate snow and Ice removal
Cobble Stone
Appearance
Gives elegant, permanent, yet informai “Old World” feel,
Initial cost & Installation
Highest
Non-uniform units must be fitted together by hand.
Maintenance
Low
High quality stone lasts for decades. Wide joints may encourage weeds and ants. Rough surface makes walking and driving difficult.
Winter Durability
High
High density stone resists cracking and sa its
Snow Removal
Rough surface makes plowing difficult.
Clay Brick
Appearance
Traditionally corms in shades of red and red-brown. Lirrited shapes and sizes.
Initial cost & Installation
Moderate High
Maintenance
Low
Natural surface variations rnay lead to chipping or possible damage.
Winter Durability
Moderate
Salts may cause deterioration in sorre clay pavers.
Snow Removal
Smooth surface allows for easy snow removal. Darker colored pavers help melt snow faster.
Stamped Concrete
Appearance
Surface is usually colored. Patterns designed to give appearance of segmental paving but saw-cut joints may show.
Initial cost & Installation
High
Maintenance
Moderate
Cracking mey [Rely develop. Patched repairs may be hard to match to original color. Color fading also possible over titre.
Winter Durability
Low
Potential for deterioration from de-icing salts.
Snow Removal
Uneven surface of some patterns and textures may make plowing difficult.
Ordinary Concrete
Appearance
Grey or right brown. Can be colored throughout or on surface only.
Initial cost & Installation
Moderate
Maintenance
Moderate
Cracking may likely develop. Repairs and replaced sections may leave visib!e patches. Oil stains difficult to remove.
Winter Durability
Low
Cracks from freeze-thaw cycles, settlement and salt deterioration may occur.
Snow Removal
Smooth initial surface allows for easy removal. Light colored surface may not melt snow rapidly.
Asphalt
Appearance
Few color options. Achieving neat looking edges may he difficult. ‘ Stamped asphalt appears painted and artificial.
Initial cost & Installation
Low
Maintenance
High
Wear and weather will break down surface. Black seal coat required every 2-3 years. Rut or pothole repairs leave visible patches. Subject to erosion from oil drippings.
Winter Durability
Low
Cracks from freeze-thaw cycles, settlen-ent and salt deterioration may occur.
Snow Removal
Smooth surface allows for easy removal. Dark surface accelerates snow melting
Crushed Stone / Gravel
Appearance
Typically a rustic look, Appearance varies with color and shape of stones.
Initial cost & Installation
Low
Maintenance
High
Scattered stone must be replaced and leveled regularly. Ruts from tires are likely to develop.
Winter Durability
High
Stones resist freeze-thaw cycles and salts.
Snow Removal
Stones and surface rruy become uneven dieing plowing.