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ANTIQUE PAVER FAQS ...
Q: What is the difference between antique pavers and today’s modern concrete pavers?
| A: The answer is quite simple. Antique pavers over several years build their strength. This is through a process known as verification. Verification is where chemicals are used over lengths of time to help bind the ingredients strongly together over long lengths of time. Where as concrete pavers are produced and made to be strong straight away. |
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Q: How do the 2 compare to each other?
A: Well concrete pavers as explained above are produced strong and durable straight away but in the long run they do not last as long. Antique pavers only get stronger with age so they are the most suited in the long run.
Q: Can you purchase antique pavers from manufactures nowadays?
A: Yes! There are specially built machine which exceed over 50 years old, that have been designed especially for the production of this specific type of pavers.
Q: Is a sealer recommended to be used on both indoor and outdoor applications?
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A: Yes it is wise to use a sealer for antique pavers both indoors and out because of their surface texture. A sealer will also prevent harsh stains for occurring. A sealer will also protect the paver’s natural and unique colors. |
Q: What are the overall benefits of using antique pavers?
A: There are many benefits! They include:
- They vary in size and shape.
- They have softness in texture which can not be match by any other pavers.
- Their suitable for any residential pavements.
- They can be made to replicate many historical pavement features.
- Offer many indulging colors for all surfaces.
Q: Can they be installed by a do-it-yourselfer?
A: Due to the uniqueness with this style of paver it may be recommended that the installation process is carried out by a masonry skilled paver.
Q: What types of colors are they available in?
A: There are several colors. Some are:
- Rustic orange
- Pale yellow
- Antique style reds
- Earthy natural tones
- Cream textures
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Q: Can they be made to replica other pavers?
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A: Yes indeed! Over many years most natural stone pavers such as; Bluestone, limestone, cobblestone, sandstone and many more become antique. So majority of the time their natural. In other cases they can definitely be replicated during the manufacturing process to look just like a natural stone antiqued paver. |
Q: What is the best product to be used when filling in the joints of antique pavers?
A: Cement based sand is most likely the best. Otherwise mortared joint filler can be used.
Q: Are they versatile?
A: Definitely Yes! They are suited to most applications such as:
- Driveways
- Patios
- Walkways
- Sidewalks
- Historical Places
- Shopping centers
- Public places
- Parks
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