How to Choose the Right Pavers for Your Driveway As your driveway is one of the first things people will see when visiting your home, it’s important to create the right first impression. To select the most appropriate type of paver for your driveway, you need to consider both aesthetics and practicality. With so many paver varieties available on the market, how do you choose the right one for your home? First of all, you need to ensure that your driveway pavers will have the weight bearing capacity to handle constant vehicle traffic. Your pavers need to be at least 50mm thick, though 60mm and above is preferable. If in doubt, it’s best to check with your local council as there may be regulations around paver thickness in relation to crossover areas. Once you have the right size, you also need to select a material that’s going to be hard-wearing, with the strength to withstand the elements and heavy-duty usage. Four Pavers ideal for your driveway 1. Concrete Pavers There’s a reason why concrete pavers are one of the most popular choices for driveways. Made from a mix of cement and aggregate, concrete pavers are very strong, durable and long-lasting. While the pavers are easy to install and do not require a lot of maintenance, it’s recommended to seal your driveway every few years to ensure your paving lasts as long as possible. One of the great advantages of concrete is its versatility. It’s available in a wide variety of colours, shapes, and sizes, allowing you to create a fully customised paving design that will suit your home. As it draws its colouring from natural rock and minerals, concrete pavers usually come in warm and earthy colours that will complement almost any home design. If you’re looking for a cost-effective option, concrete could be the perfect paving type for you as they are generally cheaper to purchase per unit than most other outdoor flooring materials. The Remastone rockford paving range, as well as the contempo paving range are our finest concrete pavers. 2. Exposed Aggregate Pavers Exposed aggregate is made when the topmost layer of concrete is removed, and the natural textures underneath are brought to the surface. As it is comprised of the same materials as concrete, exposed aggregate enjoys many of the same benefits. It has the strength to hold up against heavy traffic without becoming damaged or sinking into the ground, and it also requires very little maintenance, only needing to be sealed every few years. Although the name suggests a rough surface, exposed aggregate pavers can be manufactured to be soft underfoot, while maintaining its slip-resistant properties. Much like concrete, there are many colours, shapes and sizes to choose from. The main difference between concrete and exposed aggregate pavers is the textured finish. Each individual concrete paver generally comes in a single, even colour, whereas each exposed aggregate tile offers a unique mix of speckles and organic patterns that feature a range of colours. The textured design is also helpful for camouflaging minor driveway stains and marks. 3. Quartz Pavers Another suitable solution for driveway paving is quartz. While it’s technically a form of exposed aggregate, quartz is worth singling out on its own given its distinctive appearance. With a natural shimmer that glitters in the sun, it can provide your home with a finishing touch that will enhance its street appeal. Quartz is a dense, hard-wearing natural stone that is extremely resilient even when subjected to harsh weather conditions. Just like other forms of exposed aggregate, its heavily textured surface is slip resistant and smooth to the touch. It’s also non-porous, making it resistant to stains and water damage.D 4. Brick (Clay) Pavers One of the most traditional choices for driveway paving is brick or clay paving. Although it has been favoured in the past, it is not necessarily the most effective option available today. Brick is an attractive material to use in the outdoors given its ability to retain its colouring over the long term while enduring ongoing exposure to UV light. In general, however, it is not as long-lasting as concrete and varieties of exposed aggregate as brick will tend to wear out faster over time. It also affords less creativity and design possibilities as it is only available in a limited number of colours, shapes and sizes. If you’re looking for the ultimate driveway paver solution in Perth, contact the experts at Remastone today. We offer a wide selection of high-quality concrete and exposed aggregate pavers, including quartz, with colours and styles to suit every preference.