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The designs and images shown are for illustrative purposes only. Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of all content in this guide, however due to varying light conditions it is not always possible to show the true colours of products in a photograph. Before ordering please always view a sample of current stock. You can do this in several ways: By ordering a FREE sample from bradstone.com, by calling 01335 372289 or by visiting a display at your local stockist.

 

Cost

You can find prices at your local stockist who will be able to advise on the price of paving. Please be aware that paving is just one element of the total cost and is rarely the largest outlay. It's usually about 20% of the cost of the whole project. 

Sizes and joint widths

Size dimensions quoted within this brochure are nominal and for guidance only. Actual sizes will vary, particularly where riven profiles and fettled edges are a feature of
the product. Always dry lay the product to check area required (especially circles and patio kits). See joint widths recommended for products in the technical information. All m2 coverage is approximate and may vary. All our products are manufactured to industry standard tolerances. 

General information

Bradstone products that are British made are indicated with a British flag icon. 

Bradstone products and materials, unless otherwise stated, are for domestic landscaping and driveway projects. 

Decorative flag paving and some edgings are not recommended for use on driveways. All products must be checked on arrival and in the unlikely event of products reaching you in a less than satisfactory condition, please refer to your stockist immediately, allowing time for the rejected product to be replaced. 

When you receive your product you may notice minor scuffing on the surface. This can occur due to movement in transit and will generally disappear in time. De-icing salts should not be used on concrete or natural stone ranges. Bradstone does not recommend the use of jet/ power washers as this may affect the surface of the product over time. 

All products can develop algae and organic growths under certain environmental conditions and may require cleaning. Areas adjacent to borders, plant pots and trees may discolour from transfer of plant life; specialist maintenance advice may need to be sought. 

For advice on cleaning and general maintenance of your patio please refer to our website. 

Aggregate Industries cannot accept responsibility for any of the above conditions. Should you require further advice in this area call our customer care team on 01335 372289. 

 

Health and safety

Due to the nature of our products we always recommend suitable lifting equipment be used for larger products such as 1200 x 600mm and 900 x 900mm pavers. We recommend the use of lifting equipment such as a vacuum lift.

• Always wear gloves and safety footwear when handling the product
• Always wear safety goggles, safety footwear, gloves, ear protection and appropriate respiratory protection when using cutting equipment
• Ensure the products are on level ground and retained in some way before removing any packaging
• Always handle with care as breakage and chipping may result from mishandling

 

Order choice 

The Bradstone Order Choice service means that at an additional cost you can order certain products from any Bradstone stockist, even if they do not actually stock that particular product. Simply ask your stockist. 

Please note: We do not split patio feature kits. 

 

Bradstone Assured terms & conditions

Bradstone Assured landscapers are subject to regular quality checks and assessments and are required to abide by the Bradstone Assured terms and conditions of membership at all times. Bradstone offers a 10 year guarantee on all Bradstone products Installed by Bradstone Assured landscapers with the exception of Peak and a 5 year guarantee on the installation of Bradstone products by a Bradstone Assured landscaper for a reasonable domestic use. 

All guarantees are subject to a completed card being returned to the Bradstone offices and a certificate having been issued. Terms and conditions apply please see our website for more details. 

Each Bradstone Assured landscaper is directly responsible for the management of the relationship with their customers and any enquiries. Please note that the resulting legal contract is between you and the Bradstone Assured landscaper and is subject to the terms and conditions of that member. They will advise you of these conditions themselves. 

You should carefully review their terms and conditions applying to the purchase of your products and/or services. Claims or suggestions should be addressed directly to the Bradstone Assured landscaper providing the relevant products or services. 

Please note: Pointing materials are not covered in the Bradstone Assured Guarantee. 

 

Block paving

Colour variations can occur within packs, therefore: 

Ensure your sample and blocks are from the same
factory. Block paving should be ordered from the same batch number to avoid colour variation. Do not mix
blocks from different factories. Bradstone cannot accept responsibility once blocks are laid from different batches. The responsibility of ensuring this is correct lies with the landscaper. Best results are achieved through mixing from 3 to 5 different packs and from vertical columns rather than horizontal rows. 

We recommend a neoprene faced or rubber sole plate on vibrating plate compactors to reduce scuffing (specifically on our StoneMaster, BradDrive Cobblestone ECO and Woburn Original ranges). Light colours are susceptible to staining and care should be given when selecting blocks for driveways. 

 

Natural stone colour and maintenance

All natural stone products (Sandstone, Limestone and Granite) will have colour and texture variation to a greater or lesser extent within single pieces and from
piece to piece. 

We recommend a reasonable amount of product is viewed at your local stockist before ordering. Natural stone products may contain minor imperfections. These will depend on the characteristics of the product i.e. fossils, ferns, veining and quartz. Natural stone may develop added marking, deposits or patches as mineral content oxidises. 

Product should be mixed from a number of packs prior to installation. Natural stone should always be laid on a full wet mortar bed. 

A slurry primer is recommended to be applied to the underside of all Natural Stone paving but is essential for Smooth Natural Sandstone and Granite paving prior to laying to improve adhesion. 

Sandstone

Sandstone needs to be handled very carefully when installing to minimise staining. 

The Silver Grey colour in all of our Natural stone products will vary with differing geological conditions. Such variations can lead to small particles of ironstone within the product creating a darkening of the surface with natural weathering. Being pale in colouration, this natural weathering is more obvious with Silver Grey compared to other natural products in the Bradstone range. 

 

Natural Granite

A slurry primer should be applied to the underside of Granite paving prior to laying to improve adhesion. 

Do not use a resin based jointing compound with Granite. 

Limestone

Indian Blue/Black Limestone is UV sensitive and over time will lighten in colour. We do recommend sealing limestone prior to laying, or as soon after laying when practically possible. Combined colour enhancers and sealers are available that will help keep the look for longer. Never use acidic based products during or after installation. 

 

Porcelain paving

Manufactured from the finest raw materials, under strict controls allows us to obtain the exceptional technical characteristics which sets porcelain paving apart. 

Anti-slip surface resistance 

• All Bradstone porcelain paving = R11 except for Mode Profiled Internal paving 

Do not use white cement nor materials containing black pigments. Finishes are intentionally manufactured with slightly uneven colour tones and surface decoration, these subtle variations set these products apart. 

The use of a slurry primer to the reverse of each paver is both essential and more importantly critical to the overall performance of Bradstone porcelain paving. 

Apply as per instructions given on the tub. Applied to the underside using a stiff brush, it provides an exceptional bond between paver and the full wet bed underneath. Mixed to manufacturer’s instructions and applied with care it forms an immediate bond which prevents the pavers from lifting or potentially moving in the future when correctly laid. 

Bradstone porcelain paving can be cut on site and mostly to any size. We recommend the use of a portable saw (table saw, petrol driven disc cutter, rechargeable angle grinder) fitted with a good quality diamond porcelain blade. The blade should be water fed for dust suppression and to keep the blade cool. Scoring the product first and sawing from the face downwards will help to alleviate the potential risk of edge/surface chipping. There is a porcelain laying guide on bradstone.com. 

Bradstone porcelain paving can be cleaned by applying a suitable cleaner. We strongly recommend the finished laid area be thoroughly cleaned/washed down which helps remove general building dirt, grout residue and any grease deposits that may be present. It is also recommended that periodic cleaning with a porcelain cleaner will help to keep the paving looking its best. 

Dependent on the type of stain/surface residue present (i.e. suction marks, grease, grout, general building site dirt,) there is a wide range of off the shelf specialist cleaners available. Always check the manufacturer’s instructions first before applying to any test area. 

Rectified paving is intentionally produced slightly oversize, then cut or ground on all 4 sides to very precise tolerances. 

 

Concrete colour and maintenance

Colours may vary subtly, especially in blended shades. Colours will appear different during varying weather conditions such as sunlight and rain. Please check colour samples in dry conditions and in full daylight. Where possible, products should be selected from the same product batch. Our Peak paving should not be used for patios or areas where aesthetics are important. 

Slurry Primer

The British Standard recommends that a slurry primer should be applied to the underside of all paving prior to laying to improve adhesion. 

Differential Weathering

Differential weathering can cause patchy dark discolourations on the surface of individual units. Again this will generally diminish over time and will not affect long term performance. This is due to differential weathering where the surface of the paving has cured at different rates. All decorative products will weather and change appearance over time. 

Efflorescence

Efflorescence can appear on all paving products as white patches or a lightening of the surface colour, but seems
to disappear when wet. It is formed by a normal chemical reaction which causes calcium hydroxide (lime) to migrate through the damp paving surface and then react with carbon dioxide in the atmosphere resulting in a deposit 

of calcium carbonate crystals. Efflorescence is very unpredictable in its occurrence and can happen at any time of the year but is more prevalent in winter. 

Although there are cleaners available, efflorescence is a natural phenomenon and will generally disappear with
the natural weathering process and the passage of time. It does not compromise the integrity of the paving. Aggregate Industries cannot accept responsibility for the effect of efflorescence which can be a characteristic of all good quality products with a high cement content.

 

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