Most of us don’t give much thought to how our driveway looks. The addition of interlocking pavers to a driveway or other outside area can have a dramatic effect on the visual appeal of a house. Beyond its aesthetic value, it provides a wide range of advantages.
Stones designed to interlock with one another provide the appearance of cobblestones or tiles. The result is a beautiful, long-lasting surface that can be changed to fit the size and style of your home.
However, one thing that you need to keep in mind while using interlocking stones on your driveway is that you must hire professional interlocking services from an accredited landscaping company.
Also Read: Why Interlocking Driveways Are Not A DIY Project
If you’re considering replacing your concrete or brick driveway, there are a number of compelling arguments you should consider in favour of interlocking stone pavers. In this blog post, we will talk about some of the top benefits of stone pavers.
Interlocking Is An Easy-To-Finish Project
Compared to other driveway materials like asphalt, loose sand, gravel, or poured concrete, the ease with which interlocking stones can be installed is a major selling point. Concrete and asphalt applications can take many days to dry completely after they have been applied. In addition, a lot of attention must be paid to making sure the surface is level and the base is stable.
In contrast, laying down interlocking driveway pavers typically takes no more than a day or two, and that’s with a large driveway. In addition, the paver stones are ready for use as a roadway or sidewalk immediately.
The installation of interlocking pavers is also fairly easy. But only professional contractors with specialized engineering knowledge in interlocking paver installation should be hired. To achieve such a tight seal, the paver stones must be precisely laid, leaving little room for error. Don’t try to solve the problem by yourself!
Before laying down the interlocking stone pavers, a layer of sand and concrete is laid to serve as a base. This sand-and-cement concrete forms a strong foundation to which the tires can adhere. Then, the pavers are laid down in the desired design. There is minimal space left between the paver stones as they are set closely together.
After laying all of the interlocking pavers, a thin layer of sand is spread over the stones, and then they are secured with a vibrating paver. The sand flows into the crevices between the stones, and the vibrating paver presses it down. This machine presses the stones hard into the concrete below by putting a lot of force on them. The area is swept clean of any loose sand.
Hire a certified landscaping company to ensure your interlocking process goes smoothly.
Interlocking Stones Are Easy To Remove
Driveways and paths endure a lot of wear and tear from cars, people walking on them, and harsh weather conditions. If a piece of concrete or asphalt driveway is broken or cracked, it might be difficult to repair. You may need to seal the entire region again.
Conversely, interlocking pavers are very simple to remove and replace. If one of the pavers is broken or damaged by an oil leak, it can be removed with relative ease. The paver is loosened from all angles using a flat pry bar until it can be “popped” out. Then, new layers of concrete and sand are poured underneath, and a new paving stone is installed.
This design element is also highly practical if you need access to the soil beneath the interlocking pavers. For example, you can take out pieces of the pavers from underneath if you need to put in power lines or sprinkler plumbing. The same stones can be reinstalled in a matter of hours.
They Are Multipurpose
Not only can interlocking pavers be used for driveways but for a variety of other outdoor purposes as well. Paving stones are also suitable for:
- Porches and patios
- Pathways
- Swimming pool areas
- Reinforcing walls
- Public outdoor spaces
- Fireplaces
- Grill stations
Interlocking pavers are nearly limitless in their usefulness. Additionally, you can maintain a consistent style throughout your home, or you can mix and match patterns and colours according to your unique design choices.
About Bulroak Landscaping
Burloak Landscaping is a full-service landscape design and construction company. We are experts in interlocking patios, pools, and driveways. We know how to do everything from landscape design to the installation of landscape lights, pools, patios, and driveways. We can turn your boring property into a paradise. Learn more about Burloak Landscaping here.
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