The pictures below illustrate the typical way in which a block paved driveway is laid.

Attention to detail is required throughout to achieve a good driveway, especially with regard to the preparation and installation of a solid stone / hardcore base, ( which is where less diligent companies are most likely to cut corners).

Firstly a 50mm layer of compacted sharp sand is laid over the stone / hardcore base.

Next the sand is screeded to the correct falls and levels.

The block paviors are laid to the pattern chosen

All the perimeter blocks are then cut into the perimeter border blocks

Finally "kiln Dried Sand" is brushed in to the completed paving and the blocks are given a final pass with a compactor plate.

And here we have a completed driveway that will give reliable service for years to come, ( click on the image for a clearer view!)

Any manhole covers within the paving are exchanged for recessed covers, helping to disguise them from view.