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Pavers vs. Concrete Slab
Price and durability of pavers compared to concrete slab? There’s much more to know about when it comes to selecting a pavement material option than just what appeals to the eye. Initially, stamped concrete may appear similar to pavers. But for durability and maintenance, pavers take the lead not only in design, but also in ...
Concrete vs. Pavers
Pavers in the U.S. are only considered a paver if they meet requirements set forth by the American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM): To be a paver it must have the following characteristics: An average compressive strength of 8,000 psi or greater An average absorption no more than 5% Resistance to at least 50 freeze-thaw ...
Happy New Year!
One of the real joys of the holiday season is the opportunity to say ”Thank You” and express our gratitude to those who have helped us bring quality craftsmanship and innovative ideas to so many Houston area homes. 2012 promises to be an exciting year for Houston Pavers and we look forward to serving your family for ...
We Wish You Happy Holidays
We Love The Holiday Season And Want To Share Some Fun Facts About Christmas! US scientists calculated that Santa would have to visit 822 houses a second to deliver all the world’s presents on Christmas eve, travelling at 650 miles a second. The abbreviation Xmas isn’t irreligious. The letter X is a Greek abbreviation ...
Paving Material Choices
With all the choices available today, choosing the right paving materials for your landscape project can be a daunting task. Should I use natural stone? Which type is best suited for my yard? How about concrete pavers? What colors, shapes and patterns would fit best in my plan? These are just a few of the questions ...
Installing Patio Pavers
If you’ve ever landscaped your backyard and put in a walkway or patio of bricks or cobblestones then you should be familiar with patio pavers as that’s what the bricks and cobblestones are classified as when used in that way. There are many patio paver designs that you can find and arrange into unlimited patterns ...
Benefits of Sealing Pavers
When it comes to sealing pavers, you have a choice. You can either have your pavement sealed or leave it the way it is. However, if you want your pavers to last long without damage and have a glossed look, then sealing it is essential. More and more people today are taking to sealing their ...
How To Keep Pavers Clean
Pavement is the most neglected part in a private property or public place. People tend to frequently use it but scant attention is paid to its upkeep and maintenance. Cleaning pavers regularly will keep them in good condition and give a beautiful appearance to the whole place. Weeds, debris, and wear and tear can damage ...
Hardscape Patio or Driveway
This article outlines the steps needed in creating a hardscape brick paver patio or driveway. The basic materials needed include the selected pavers, crushed stone, paver base, long 1 inch conduit pipes, leveling board, and edge restraints. Tools needed include a compactor, cutoff saw, shovels, etc. We explain the basic steps, giving some basic knowledge ...
Belgard Pavers: Classic Collection
Homeowners have many different options to enhance their outdoor living experience. From furniture, to plants, to patios, your style can be reflected as much outdoors as inside. Belgard pavers create an outdoor living space with a world of choices. Sidewalks, driveways, patios, pool decks, and walkways can now become a designer showcase rather than just a drab slab of concrete. Belgard provides pavers to fit every hardscape project, ...
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