How to install pavers over concrete around a pool

Paver Grout is the architectural grade jointing system for residential paved areas if it is used in conjunction with a properly laid thin paver pool deck it will create a long lasting attractive surface finish that always looks its best. For more information on how to lay a thin paver pool deck over concrete call our offices and ask to speak to one of our paver consultants. Travertine and natural stone pavers are a popular choice for pool decks in Florida.

They are usually loose laid on sand and butted together with little or no space left for grout, these small cracks and openings create a perfect place for dirt to collect and for weeds to start growing. Paver Grout recommend that you use their specialist Travertine tile spacer to allow for a proper joint to be formed.

Laying Travertine is similar to laying pavers once the base sand is compacted the copings can be bonded in place with a thin set adhesive, the pavers can then be laid loose on the sand base and tapped down to bed them in. Using the Paver Grout spacer we can create a low maintenance weed free surface that will stay looking clean.

Travertine pool decks should be sealed with a high quality stone sealer such as DuPont's Enhancer Pro to protect the surface and to prevent it from being damaged. Travertine pavers come in a variety of grades and sizes, it is worth looking at several samples before you decide which color to order.

Paver driveways can be a headache for homeowners as they require constant cleaning to look their best. There are several ways to improve the look of a paver driveways, one of the most effective way of improving the look of your paver driveway is to have it grouted, the example below is one of our driveways that has been grouted with our Light Tan epoxy Paver Grout. Paver Grout fills in all the cracks and joints and because it bonds to the pavers it creates a far stronger paver surface one that is less prone to drifting or subsiding.

Paver Grout helps to prevent weeds from growing in between the joints making it less of a headache to manage and maintain. We seal Paver Grout driveways and pool decks to protect the surface from environmental staining and other contamination from oil, gum and other household substances.

The paver pool deck was laid in a random pattern comprising of two distinct colors, Cream and Amaretto, we followed the same random style as the existing deck to complete the paved area around the spa. The finished deck blends in with the existing paved lower deck so well that the eye does not pick up the minor differences in the colors between the two decks.

This type of quality paver matching and blending requires knowledge, expertise and an eye for detail. Plus, pavers have a classy look, last for decades, and can easily be repaired if needed. When it comes to installing concrete pavers, there are two main options: regular paver installs and overlays. In a regular install, your paving contractor will start from scratch by excavating the area and laying down pavers.

One of the best ways to improve the look of your existing concrete driveway, walkway, patio or pool deck is to lay pavers on top of it. Additionally, there needs to be enough room to add a paver on top of the concrete without it blocking any doorways or causing a tripping hazard.

Before installing pavers over concrete, the surface is cleaned with pressure washer to remove any dirt or debris. Once the concrete has dried, border pavers will be glued down using mortar or a construction adhesive.

Then, a one-inch thick layer of sand is added across the entire area where the pavers will be laid down. This helps drain water away from the pavers and off the concrete slab. The next step involves adding pavers on top of the sand. Once all all the pavers are laid and cut, polymeric sand is swept into the joints to lock the interior pavers together without gluing them down.

If you install pavers over the concrete without addressing the foundation issue, this will lead to major problems down the road. Before installing pavers over concrete, be mindful of the height of the pavers. Certain pavers may be too tall for your space, leading to tripping hazards, blocked doors, drainage issues or uneven surfaces.