The pavers we are recommending for your driveway are
Grey Clay Pavers
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Description
Grey clay pavers are great for providing a modern feel whilst still providing a timeless element due to their size and shape. They are very consistent in colour, making it suitable for contemporary projects.
The pavers are very hard wearing, slip resistant and UV resistant.
Size
Grey Clay Paver 200 x 48 x 58mm
Fall
Fall as indicated on plan
Laying instructions
When using these clay pavers on a driveway, use a build-up of 200mm compacted MOT type 1 (building up in compacted layers no greater than 75mm).
The pavers should be laid on a full bed of mortar 30mm-50mm deep and the bottom of the pavers should be coated with premixed slurry primer - such as UltraScape ProPrime - to aid bonding.
Each paver should have a pointing gap of 10mm and pointed with Flowpoint smooth ‘Charcoal’ (installers must read and follow manufacturer's technical data sheet and safety data sheets for any product before use - available on the website links above).
Additional Useful Information
UltraScape Pro-prime slurry primer - click on this website for product information, safety data sheet and technical data sheet
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Maintenance
Clay paving requires a medium level of maintenance when correctly laid.
Chelmer Valley advise that these pavers should not be cleaned 6-8 weeks after installation.
To maintain the pavers to a high standard after this time, keep the pavers clean by sweeping regularly.
Wash occasionally using a hard-bristled brush and hot, soapy water, and regularly remove or kill any weeds that may emerge between the joints.
High pressure washing systems may be used (jet washing is possible but the joints will need to be re-sanded afterwards).
Some maintenance is also needed periodically to keep the pavers free of algae, particularly in shady areas/gardens (NB – acid-based cleaners should be avoided. For detailed aftercare advice please refer to the product installation guide).
