Which Hardscaping Material Is Right For Your Project?

Hardscaping can be a great way to add value to your home, but it’s important to make sure you know exactly what you’re getting into. There are many materials available, and each has its own unique properties that determine how well it works for different applications.

Here are some of the most common hardscaping materials and how they can be used on your project:

Concrete Pavers
Concrete pavers are made from a dry mixture of cement, sand, gravel, and colorants. During production, the wet mix is poured into molds of different shapes and sizes, which are then shaken to compress the concrete before it is left to cure. These concrete pavers are capable of withstanding at least 8,000 pounds per square inch of pressure, compared to about 3,000 pounds per square inch of pressure with standard poured concrete.

The pavers are made to high standards, so they are strong and uniform. They can even make a driveway that is stronger than poured concrete. Most concrete pavers come with a guarantee that they will last a lifetime.

There are many different shapes, styles, patterns, and colors of concrete pavers, so a homeowner has a lot of options for making a unique driveway that matches the house and landscape. Another good thing about concrete pavers is that each one can be taken out and replaced if needed.

Flagstone
Flagstone is a sedimentary rock usually made of sandstone bound together by minerals like silica, calcite, or iron ore laid down by rivers or streams over millions of years. Because of this formation process, you’ll find different shades within each slab of flagstone; these variations will vary depending on where the stones were harvested and how long they’ve been exposed to sunlight since being quarried.

Most flagstones come in one of two shapes, cut paver stones that are in different sizes of rectangles with straight edges and clean lines. On the other hand, irregular, roundish stones are used for “crazy paving,” which means fitting these random shapes together for a casual, natural look.

For either shape, you can lay flagstones dry on a bed of sand or gravel (“dry-laid”) or use concrete (“wet-laid”). If you’re using thinner flagstones, it’s a good idea to lay them in concrete because they can crack easily if they’re laid dry.

If you’re looking for something that will last in all kinds of weather conditions, then flagstone might be the right choice for you. It can be used indoors or out and will hold up against everything from heavy rains to extreme heat.

Cambridge PavingStones
Cambridge Pavingstones are made of high-density concrete. Compared to asphalt and poured concrete, they last longer. Interlocking paving stones are an engineered pavement system that is used at airports, taxiways, container ports, industrial and corporate campuses, and on streets for urban renovation projects.

You will have no trouble choosing the appropriate Cambridge Paver for your project, as there are hundreds of colors and patterns available across a variety of collections. All Cambridge pavers and stones have a smooth, dense, slip-resistant surface with a deep hue that retains its attractiveness throughout the product’s lifetime. In contrast to natural stone, Cambridge uses ultra-fine sand granules and the best quality cement to manufacture their products, so you won’t find any unattractive flaws or defects.

• Ledgestone Pavers: Ledgestone, which is part of the Sherwood Collection, is one of the most popular pavers in Cambridge. Ledgestone, like all Cambridge products, comes in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors to fit any outdoor space. You can choose either rough or smooth pavers, depending on your design preferences. The Ledgestone is more of an organic, natural appearance, while the smooth stone is more of a modern, minimalist style.
• Ledgestone pavers are an excellent choice for any homeowner considering an outdoor makeover because they can be cut to any size and finished in any color, making them customizable to any homeowner’s aesthetic preferences.

Are you thinking of starting a hardscaping project? Harper Property Maintenance is the company to call. We can assist you with every aspect of your hardscaping needs, and our professional staff can answer any questions you may have as we develop a plan for your property.