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Concrete Brick Pavers Shapes
Concrete Brick pavers have a large collection of shapes and colors and can be laid in a variety of pattern to create a visually pleased environment. The shape will allow for some interesting and decorative design.
Among all the different shapes you will definitely find the look you want. Concrete Brick pavers begin from the simplest rectangular shape to the more complexes such as wedged shapes. Larger pavers are recommended for larger areas because it will look proportional. To form a unique setting, you can lay small pavers mixed with larger ones, as well as different colors combinations and different shapes.
Dented shapes are conductive to fully interlock being less likely to movement because they set together more uniformly. Pavers have been classified in three different categories: Fully interlocked on two axes, Interlocked on one axes, Non-dented or square and rectangular shapes.
For heavy traffic areas such as driveway and busy pedestrian paths the fully interlocked on two axes is recommended.
For light traffics areas such as walkways and footpaths rectangular and square shaped pavers are suggested, interlocked on one axes or non-dented shapes.
Rectangular shaped concrete brick pavers are considered to be the most practical and common of all the pavers that are available, because they are easy to manufacture, easy to package, easy to store and ship. They have been the preferred shape since the start of the paving concept.
There are other types of concrete brick pavers shapes that suit special installations, such as noise reduction, water permeability, grass growth and mechanized installation.
While the unique looking shapes will create a more visually appealing look, and some people do look for the unique looking area, others prefer the regular rectangular shape, for an easier maintenance in case of repair.
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