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Benefits of Interlocking Pavers for your Patio

Interlocking pavers can add aesthetic beauty to your outdoor areas. They add appeal, durability, elegance and charm to your patio as well as other areas of your outdoor space. What could otherwise look drab and dull can be styled up with interlocking pavers. They are easy to install as well as maintain. It is no wonder that more homeowners, en masse, are choosing to use interlocking pavers for their outdoor living floors.

Advantages of interlocking pavers for your patio

Here is a brief look at how using interlocking pavers on your patio can benefit your home:

Versatile designs

One of the benefits of interlocking pavers is that you can find a vast array of designs to suit the style you want to create for your patio. Whether you choose a diamond, hexagonal or herringbone pattern, you can create a homely, casual look or something a little more sophisticated, if you prefer. There is no limit to what you can do with these pavers as they are very versatile and interchangeable.

Strength

Although they may not seem so, interlocking pavers are very strong. They can last up to decades without much maintenance. They are not affected easily by the elements of nature, which is what makes them ideal for patios and other outdoor spaces. They can expand and contract without cracking on the surface unlike other concrete surfaces, though it is recommended to seal your pavers every couple of years for added protection.

Easy repair

When one of the pieces of the interlocking paver system in your home is damaged, you do not need to worry. All that needs to be done is lifting the damaged piece and replacing it with a new one, without any hassle, so it is wise to keep several spare pieces on hand. Unlike poured concrete or other surface materials like asphalt, they do not have to be demolished and completely replaced. This is one of the factors that make them low-maintenance and highly cost-efficient.   

Durable during winter and easy snow removal

You can remove snow from interlocking paver systems by plowing, shoveling or blowing. You can use products used for de-icing your patio such as calcium chloride (in small quantities) or salt without pitting or causing damage to the pavers. They are designed to withstand all the elements of nature, which is why they will not give you any problems during the winter season.

Choosing Interlocking Pavers

Installing interlocking pavers is quite an advantage over using other materials for your patio. A stylish home needs a stylish patio and that is exactly what you get with the few extra perks of durability, easy maintenance and low-cost repairs.  Clay brick and natural stone pavers, such as granite, travertine, flagstone and marble are the most durable of all, due to their high compressive strength and density but they are the most expensive.

Concrete interlocking pavers are less durable than clay brick and natural stone pavers but still offer a long life span, yet they are less expensive and offer a wider variety of colors, styles, shapes and patterns. We recommend visiting your local hardscape supplier to see live installations and learn about the price points, among other comparisons.