Old World Tumbled Paving Stones

 

Fendt Builders' Supply, Inc. is proud to announce the introduction of its newest line of decorative landscape products, Old World Tumbled Paving Stones.

For That Old World Charm...

Old World tumbled paving stones add the classic cobble stone appearance to any driveway, walk, or patio. The Old World tumbled process is available in 3 styles:
- Old World Holland,
- Old World Vintage,
- Old World Random.
Each has its own unique look to suit each and every situation.

Old World paving stones are available in many of Fendt's popular colors.

Today the shapes, colors and textures available are varied enough to complement any landscape plan,from Victorian to modern. And their strength and durability guarantee the picture-perfect look for years to come.

Pavers have some very distinct advantages over concrete:

  • They’re more decorative
  • They’re stronger
  • They are easily picked up and moved
  • They withstand Michigan winters without cracking

The pigments cover a wide range from autumn red to brown, black, tan and gray. And the color permeates through each paver, so if onedoes happen to chip, it’s hard to see.

Although Tim Allen may want to tackle a paver installation job, many homeowners would be somewhat intimidated by the process and the required rental of equipment. Small patios and pathways could be do-it-yourself projects. For larger areas ­ driveways, pool decks, etc., you might want to check out one of the area’s fine installers.

Interlocking concrete pavers fit together like pieces of a puzzle, without mortar. A base layer of crushed stone is first compacted in place using a mechanical tamper. An inch of coarse sand is added and screeded to the contour of the finished surface.

The pavers are then placed by hand on top of the sand and a vibrator is used to firmly seat them, forcing some sand up into the joints. Sand is then swept over the top surface, filling the joints between each paver.


 


Because mortar is not used, drainage is not a problem. There is no "ponding" of water. Unlike concrete paving that heaves and cracks in the winter, the relatively small pavers move independently. There is no cracking and maintenance costs are low.

The initial cost of pavers is indeed more than concrete or asphalt. However, when you consider that they last a lifetime, provide unique beauty to homes and buildings and allow almost unlimited flexibility in landscaping design, they are an investment well worth considering.