What You Need to Know About Interlock Stone
Interlock Stone - what a charming design! This next blog from Citywide will introduce you to this type of paving and why you will like it for your home or business. Here are the topics of this article:
If you’re like us, you might fall in love with the look of interlock stone. Contact Citywide to learn more about the options available to you.
Add charm to everyday life with pathways designed with interlock stone.
Interlock Stone: Everything You Need to Know
1. What is Interlock Stone?
Image Source: Daan Wijngaard
When you first think of interlock stone you may go back in time and imagine walkways and courtyards of medieval castles or you may recall that outdoor cafe you visited in Europe.
Whether you think of it in terms of modern times or ancient times, Interlock Stone is a type of pavement. Today in Canada, you’ll often see interlock stone used in the construction of patios, driveways, walkways or retaining walls. Stones of varying sizes are placed in a way that they look woven together.
Interlock Stone is designed with materials such as:
Limestone
Sandstone
Slate
Interlock stones come in various shapes, styles, patterns and colours. For example, Granite is a popular stone used due to its strength and durability and can be pink, white, grey, and/or black.
The beauty of interlock stone is its versatility in terms of design. You can have your stone placed in modern curved designs, classic angular designs, or a combination of both as you see below. Go ahead and add interlock stone to your property - It’s not too late to start planning your next outdoor renovation project!
Interlock stone can be a blend of different colours and various shapes and sizes.
2. Benefits of Interlock Stone
We’ve already touched on some of the benefits of interlock stone: its old-world charm, the variety of stones available, and your ability to customize interesting designs with it. However, let’s look at some more practical benefits of interlocked stone paving.
Benefits of Interlock Stone
It's flexible with the shifting of the ground during seasonal temperature changes
It easily withstands the Canadian climate
It's durable & long-lasting; In fact, it lasts longer than traditional asphalt or concrete
It’s strong: It can be stronger than poured concrete because of the high manufacturing standards
It does not need to be sealed yearly; however, if you want to give it a new wet appearance, it can be sealed or paved again
Finally, if your interlock stone is damaged, it is easier and less costly to replace than concrete or asphalt. There are definitely a number of benefits to consider.
When installed properly, interlock stone is a durable and cost-effective driveway solution.
3. Uses of Interlock Stone
As touched on earlier, interlock stone is mostly used for:
Interlock pavers are ideal for these outdoor spaces because the stone has a permeable surface which reduces water runoff. They are also very durable and are less likely to crack or crumble.
While one concern people have about interlock stones is their unevenness. However, professional installation and preparation of a deep and even base will help prevent this. Contact Citywide to discuss these concerns.
You’ll also want to keep an eye on weeds growing between stones; however, you’ll likely realize that weeds can also be spotted in cracks in other paving materials. Nature is simply a force to be reckoned with! That being said, you can prevent weeds from growing through your pavers by laying landscaping fabric down before you assemble the base.
4. Installing Interlock Stone
Watch the video above and you’ll see that installing interlock stone is best done by professionals with the right equipment and expertise to prepare the base of your driveway, walkway, etc. properly so that the job is done right the first time and saves you money!
Your base needs to be the correct depth for its use, consistently even and tamped down. The stone also needs to be placed carefully and then set and sealed with products like polymeric sand.
For professional installation of residential and commercial interlock stone, Citywide is your go-to company. They have all the supplies and experience to do a great job installing interlocking stones at your home or business that you will be happy with for years to come.
Citywide for Interlock Stone Installation
Based in Kitchener-Waterloo, Citywide Property Maintenance Inc. provides the tri-cities with residential and commercial services such as:
Interlock Stone
Post Holes
Fences
Decks
Mulch & Sod Installation
Landscaping & General Property Maintenance
Since 2008, Citywide has been working to provide friendly, expert advice, and a range of products and options to suit every budget. Plus, you can contact them for a free estimate! Get started today and create something beautiful with Citywide.
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