How Long Have Paving Stones Been in Use?
The original paving stone solution was put in place by the Roman armies of early A.D. They built roads using an aggregate base with the placement of stones on top. These roads are still in place today and wind their way through the European countryside. Following World War 2 there was a dire need for reconstruction. To facilitate the construction of roads the Dutch needed to use a product that was in plentiful supply, the clay brick. These bricks had to be mortar set. This methodology progressed to a point that reached the technology and experience that led to the use of sand set paving stones today. In the early 70’s the popularity of paving stones reached the shores of North America and have gained prominence ever since.
