Paving Material Comparison
Use this chart to quickly compare paving options
| Paving Material | Pros | Cons | Installation |
Brick |
Rustic appeal Rich color Durable |
Not slip resistant Can shift and crack |
Hand laid Dry over sand Mortared over concrete |
Concrete |
Limitless shapes and colors Can be stamped or textured Slip resistant Durable Low maintenance |
May crack Not permeable |
Poured in place Must cure before use |
Flagstone |
Natural beauty Available locally Wide variety of color options Slip resistant |
May wear May crack in freeze/thaw conditions |
Hand laid Dry over sand Mortared over concrete |
Cobblestone |
Old-world appeal Wide variety of patterns Durable |
Uneven surface Not slip resistant |
Hand laid Dry over sand Mortared over concrete |
Pavers |
Wide variety of patterns Wide variety of color options Permeable Durable |
Can settle and become uneven Weeds may grow between |
Excavation Hand laid Dry over sand or gravel Compacted |
Decomposed Granite & Gravel |
Affordable Quick installation Permeable |
May erode Shifts under feet Can be tracked into house |
Spread Compacted |
Tile |
Spanish style Highly decorative |
Not permeable May crack |
Hand laid Mortared over concrete |
