Concrete pavers offer a variety of patterns and colors that add to the character of any home. They create style,
color, vitality and eye-catching patterns. They provide value as a durable yet low maintenance surface for
patios…walks… pool decks…driveways…parking areas…public spaces…backyards ...subdivision entrances…streets.
A growing number of builders use concrete pavers with other exterior features to add style to landscaping that
increase curb appeal and sales.
Homebuyers want paving that complements their residences and lifestyles. Builders can answer this
demand with concrete pavers…and increase sales at the same time.
- Appearance: The wide array of colors, shapes and sizes make concrete pavers a popular option that
enhances neighborhood and home character. Patterns complement the architectural style of any home
because of the wide variety of available styles, colors and textures.
- Low Initial Cost: Concrete pavers
beautify homes with the high-end look
of natural stone on walks and driveways
at surprisingly modest prices. They are
almost maintenance free.
- Low Cost Repair: Concrete pavers set
on bedding sand and sand joints interlock
to provide a firm surface without
the use of mortar. Should base or underground
utility repairs be needed, the
same pavers are removed and reinstated
with no unsightly patches. Unlike other
pavement surfaces, the original appearance
of the paved surface is easily
restored.
- Snow Removal: Pavers’ smooth surface allows for easy snow removal. Darker colored pavers help melt
snow faster. Snow-melt systems can be easily installed under the pavers to eliminate snow and ice
removal.
- Durability: Pavers resist deterioration from freeze-thaw cycles and deicing salts better than other surfaces.
Pavers are stronger than other common pavement surfaces.
Don’t Crack: Unlike monolithic surfaces, the sand-filled joints between each interlocking paver allow a
small amount of movement without shrinkage cracking.
- Define and Enlarge Space: Raised patios provide a great entertainment area and can create useful space
on sloped backyards with segmental concrete retaining walls.
Raised patios can also incorporate an in-ground hot tub, and many patio designs are enhanced with a
barbecue or a fire pit and lighting.
Rising energy and material costs have accelerated energy
and natural resource conservation in home design
and construction. Concrete pavers can help builders
address sustainable development and earn Leadership
and Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) credits
for their homes. Earn LEED® credits through:
- Surface Water Management
Install permeable interlocking pavers for walkways,
patios, sidewalks, playgrounds, recreation courts,
aprons, and driveways that reduce runoff and pollutants.
- Local Resource Use and Recycled Content
Most pavers are produced within 500 miles of the home and can include recycled materials. These features
support indigenous resource use and reduce environmental impacts from transportation and natural resource
extraction.
To learn more about concrete pavers, visit the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute at www.icpi.org.
ICPI has many resources to assist builders, design professionals, contractors and homeowners with their
concrete paver projects. To find an ICPI Certified Concrete Paver Installer or learn more about ICPI
Certified Concrete Paver Installer Program, visit http://www.icpi.org/contractors/find_installer.cfm.
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