Should i use block paving or paving stones on my patio or driveway?
Summer time is here and many people are thinking of having their patio surface renewed. The two most popular options in the UK are block paving and flagstones. Here will will compare the differences of both materials. We will also look at which one is the better choice for your home. Which option looks best? Block paving comes in a variety of styles. The blocks are small and make an attractive surface. It is usually used on driveways because it gives a lot of detail over a large area. There are 2 types of block paving, the standard blocks are all one size and laid in a herringbone pattern. These blocks are most common in brindle colour with a charcoal border. They look good with most properties. Older or more traditional style houses look better with cobble style block paving which is laid in rows usually in 3 sizes. Paving comes in many varieties from standard pavement style flags, to ornamental concrete flagstones from companies like Marshalls, to natural stone flagging like Indian S
