Brick and Paver Walkways: Covering the Basics
Despite the popularity of modern paving materials, brick and paver walkways still remain to be timeless classics.
Their aesthetics can complement both traditional and modern landscapes; they’re relatively low maintenance, and, best of all, they tend to last longer than many other paved surfaces.
All these perks. Despite being a lot cheaper than stone walkways.
Interested in learning more about brick and paver walkways? Let us share some crucial information you should know before installing one.
Clay Bricks VS. Concrete Pavers
First, let’s talk about the two most common types of bricks and pavers that can be used for walkways: concrete pavers and clay bricks.
Or, more specifically, let’s cover when you should use either of these materials, depending on your needs, design elements, and considerations.
Clay Bricks
Clay bricks are the OG form of walkway pavers.
The earliest forms of this material date back to 7000 BC, and they’re still very popular among people who want to give their property a timeless look.
But did you know that clay bricks have so much more worth than their aesthetic appeal?
They’re also known for having better color retention, durability, and permeability than concrete pavers. Plus, they’re also relatively easy to upkeep and more environmentally friendly.
Potential Cons: Brick walkways are usually more expensive, they have limited design flexibility, and they’re more labor-intensive to build.
Concrete Pavers
Concrete pavers are the modern choice for walkways.
They’re renowned for their strength and stability, easy installation, and extremely high design versatility.
To make them even more appealing, concrete pavers are often the cheaper option (compared to clay bricks), and they can be designed to improve drainage and resist staining.
Feel free to customize the shape, color, and texture of concrete pavers when planning your walkway.
Potential Cons: Unlike bricks, concrete pavers are not as resistant to time; they are more prone to fading and may lack the “timeless” aesthetic appeal of bricks.
Reasons to Hire Professional Masons for Walkway Installations
We’ve seen our fair share of DIY brick paver installation videos online.
While many of them showcase necessary techniques and tips, not all of them cover all the critical details to ensure your walkways last for decades, not just months.
Unless you want to exert effort, time, and money on a project that may not meet your expectations or, worse, put your safety at risk, it’s best to leave the job of installing your walkway to professionals who have spent decades mastering the craft.
When hiring masons, you can ensure that your walkways will:
- Have proper preparation of subsoil and drainage
- Comply with local building codes and regulations
- Be built using high-quality materials
- Look professionally crafted and aesthetically pleasing
Plus, masons like us provide a limited warranty for all well-maintained installations, so you can have the peace of mind that your walkway is not only functional and aesthetically pleasing but also withstands long-term wear and tear.
Creating Walkways That Last
Whether you choose walkways made of clay bricks or concrete pavers, you’re bound to create walkways that can last for a long time when you hire the right masons to do the job.
So, just identify your specific walkway needs and choose the material whose qualities best align with your requirements.
The right mason will skillfully work with the material of your choice to build the walkway of your dreams.