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The thickness of the paving blocks you use is highly important to its end use/purpose, to ensure high quality and a long lifespan. Once you have decided where you want to use block paving, this will help determine its requirements and therefore the thickness you require.
We recommend that you should use:
We supply only British Standard paving blocks, ensuring you that the product you receive will be only of the highest quality. If you are unsure which thickness of block paving is the most appropriate for your paving project, please ask your local stockist or you can contact us directly, we are more than happy to help.
Our two main finishes on block paving are smooth or rumbled. It is down to personal preference which finish look you use. We currently manufacture our block paving in the following textures and finishes:
This is a "smooth" texture, though we mean "smooth" within the parameters of concrete manufacturing.
The rumbling process distresses the paver giving a "worn" texture.
Pavers with a cobble effect and rounded corners. These pavers are suitable for residential drives, paths and patios.
Permeable paving offers extra drainage by allowing water to pass through the paved area and subbase to reduce excess water.
Note: The manufacturing process of concrete products may result in variations in texture, which are unavoidable. The amount a product is rumbled may vary from batch to batch and product to product.
At Thomas Armstrong, both our Armstrong and Lakeland block paving ranges are available in a number of colours. Whilst it is a matter of choice we would recommend that the colour of the paving should contrast or complement its surroundings. It is not recommended that the colour of the paving should be matched with the colour of the property as this will result in the effect being subdued.
Our Concrete is made from natural materials and variances can occur in colour. It is recommended that when blocks are laid they are taken from at least three packs to minimise any "patching" that may result in slight variances in colour in individual packs.
There are a variety of patterns that can be created depending on if you choose to use standard rectangular blocks or multisized pavers. The pattern used can have a considerable effect on whether the end product is a functional feature or striking addition to the property. Combine different colours, or even products to create a drive, path or feature that has your own personality. Click on each pattern to view which of our block paving products you can lay in that style.
Did you know that we also supply a wide variety of accessories to complement our paving? We supply a range of accessories to complement our paving which can also be used to assist in producing an interesting design. Please note that the Kerbs can only be used with that range of products
Note: The manufacturing process of concrete products may result in variations in texture, which are unavoidable. The amount a product is rumbled may vary from batch to batch and product to product.
Using contrasting colours to your property will enhance your paving. Also try complementary colours of pavers, such as brindle and charcoal.
Using different sizes of pavers will create different effects. Have you considered combining different sizes of pavers to create a cobbled look?
The use of laying pattern can create a feature. Notice the brindle border inside the charcoal border.
Block paving can create all sorts of design features, whether it be steps, enhancing a garden feature or using our Castlerigg Circles to make a feature.
Consider how your paving will interact with your property. Create an interesting shape or path for that extra "WOW" factor.
Different product ranges suit different tastes, try combining different paving stone ranges. The above uses Lakeland Kendalstone & Lake Derwentstone.
Our pavers can easily work over a number of levels by making use of the Kerbs and Corners (Armstrong Range and Lakeland Range) to create steps.
At Thomas Armstrong (Concrete Blocks) Ltd we pride ourselves on our high level of customer service across the company. Our friendly staff will be more than happy to help answer any questions you have relating to sales and our products as well as any technical advice you have. Please contact our local office (see offices) near you today!