Can damaged concrete pavers be replaced?
Yes. However, it would be wise for you to set aside a few extra pavers as replacements when doing the original installation. To replace a paver, remove the sand joint around the paver. Next, use two screwdrivers to remove the paver, and replace it with the new paver. Fill the joint with sand and compact the entire area using a rubber mallet.
Should I seal my pavers?
Pavers and slabs are designed to resist deterioration. Sealants will provide additional protection against stains and make maintenance easier. While simultaneously enhancing the colour of the stone, the decision to use a sealant is above all a matter of taste.
What is efflorescence?
Efflorescence is a deposit of white crystals that can sometimes appear on the surface of the concrete. It does not, in any way, compromise the functionality of the product. With rain, and time, efflorescence will disappear.
Are pavers and slabs slippery?
No. Whether the ground is wet or dry, their texture provides excellent traction for pedestrians and motor vehicles alike.
Can freeze/thaw cycles damage pavers or slabs?
No. Damage caused by freezing is virtually non-existent. Joints between concrete units (pavers, slabs, walls) allow them to move without breaking or cracking. The quality of the concrete used also allows each unit to withstand freezing.
What criteria should I use when selecting pavers?
For low-load areas (low risk of heavy loads or soil instability), the choice of paver model and style is strictly aesthetic, as the intrinsic interlocking property of the pavers holds everything in place. Pavers with a minimum 60 mm thickness are recommended.
Do you recommend the use of polymeric sand?
Polymeric sand hardens following application, Here are some features and benefits:
– Helps prevent weed sprouting.
– Helps prevent damages caused by insects.
– Helps prevent erosion due to climatic conditions, such as wind, rain and frost.
– Continually heals small cracks from any paver movement
– Resilient in freeze thaw cycles
– Perfect for hot or cold climates
– Helps prevent weed sprouting.
– Helps prevent damages caused by insects.
– Helps prevent erosion due to climatic conditions, such as wind, rain and frost.
– Continually heals small cracks from any paver movement
– Resilient in freeze thaw cycles
– Perfect for hot or cold climates
It also stays firmly in place, which is particularly useful for swimming pool edges and sloped entrances. Here are some advantages:
– Can be used for paver joints up to a
maximum width of 1 inch
– Sets at above freezing temperature 32°F
– Can be applied even if rain is expected
(minimum 1 hour after sand installation)
– Does not stain paving stones
– Concrete Pavers with false joints
– Intact pallets can be stored outside
– Plastic bag
What products should I use to maintain my concrete pavers?
For best results, we recommend using only products especially formulated for pavers. Hydrochloric acid is not recommended as it can discolour pavers. Also, do not use gasoline or Varsol to clean oil stains. These products only dissolve the oil, allowing it to penetrate the paved surface and making removal even more difficult.
What are the main factors that affect manufacturing costs?
The price of a concrete product depends mainly on the raw materials used and the production steps required to manufacture it. A monochrome product is usually less expensive to manufacture than a product with shades imitating natural stone. This also applies to product models whose originality is based on the configuration of various elements with irregular shapes. The manufacture of a weathered looking paver or a slab with a smooth finish involves a mechanical processing step to obtain the desired finish.