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What is the difference between stone and concrete pavers?

Choosing between stone and concrete pavers depends on your budget, aesthetic preferences, and project requirements:

  • Price: Top-quality concrete pavers can match the price of stone, but concrete typically offers more affordable options.
  • Installation: Both materials require a similar installation time, though the process may vary slightly based on the complexity of your design.
  • Versatility: Concrete pavers offer a broader range of colours and shapes, allowing for more customization in your paving design.
  • Appearance: Stone pavers provide a natural, unique look with variations in colour and texture, while concrete pavers are more uniform but can be designed to mimic the appearance of natural stone.

Do concrete or stone pavers last longer?

Concrete Pavers: Concrete pavers are known for their versatility and affordability, but they generally have a shorter lifespan compared to stone. Typically, a well-installed concrete paver area can last around 10 years before it may start to show signs of ageing such as brittleness, cracking, and fading. The durability of concrete pavers can be influenced by several factors, including the quality of the concrete mix, the environment they’re installed in, and how well they are maintained. In climates with severe freeze-thaw cycles, concrete pavers are susceptible to cracking and splitting as they absorb water that expands when frozen.

installed and maintained correctly. Made from natural materials that have already withstood millions of years of environmental exposure, stone pavers can continue to endure for as long as they are properly cared for: this involves cleaning the stone and removing any moss. Their natural durability makes them less prone to fading and wear from weather elements. Stones like granite, limestone, and sandstone are particularly known for their longevity and resistance to harsh weather conditions.

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How do I know if the job has been done well?

A well-executed paving job should feature:

  • Uniform placement without significant gaps.
  • An even surface, accounting for any intentional unevenness with natural stone.
  • No discoloration or cracks, indicating quality materials and installation.

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Other stone and concrete paving FAQs

Do concrete pavers get very hot?

Concrete pavers can absorb heat and become quite warm in direct sunlight, more so with darker colours.

What is the cheapest option to pave a driveway?

Generally, concrete pavers are the most budget-friendly option for paving a driveway, especially when considering large areas.

Do concrete pavers get slippery when wet?

Concrete pavers can become slippery when wet, particularly if they have a smooth finish. Textured or treated pavers offer better slip resistance.

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I provide a design and install service for fine stonework. I have varied and extensive experience in utilising and adapting stone products to suit design requirements. I have worked in a wide variety of sectors and have an extensive range of fixing methods to draw upon. Including cement, lime, resin, bitumen etc. Flooring, cladding, tiling, worktops, bathrooms, gardens, feature walls, orangeries, mosaic, Victorian geometric tiling, setts, calcada. Sandstone, Marble, Limestone, Slate, Basalt, Granite, Travertine, Porphyr, Lime render, lime repointing.

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Reviewed by Ian on 12/6/2025

Corin was excellent,he did a very good job and nothing was too much trouble. I would highly recommend him.He arrived on time each day, and worked hard.

Hi we are James and Dave of D J Plumbing,Heating and Bathrooms, We have over 25 years experience in the construction industry and are both time served tradesmen. We pride ourselves on our extensive experience and quality of work, using only quality products and an excellent installation service. We are so confident we even offer an twelve month guarantee on all our work. Let us enhance your home, Why not call us now and see what we can do for you..

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Reviewed by Beth on 7/10/2020

Excellent high quality service. Both Jamie and Dave have done a fabulous job on refurbishing 2 bathrooms in an old property. Reliable honest and as good as their word - will be using them again in the future for other jobs. Couldn’t recommend them enough.

With over 15 years of experience in the industry, our family-run business is dedicated to providing honest, fair, and friendly quotes for every project. We take pride in completing each job to the highest standard, with no hesitation or compromise on quality. Our customers' satisfaction is our top priority, and we’ve built strong relationships through platforms like Bark, Checkatrade, MyBuilder, and more. Whether it’s a small job or a large project, we approach every task with professionalism, reliability, and the personal touch that only a family business can provide.

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Reviewed by Natalie on 3/3/2026

we are a family run business with 20 years experience in all aspects of roofing including fascias and soffits, guttering and down pipes All work is guaranteed, for a free survey or quote don't hesitate to get in touch.

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Reviewed by Julie on 22/11/2023

as we a porfitional team we provide great service with low price

Leodis Landscapes has 10 years experience providing Landscaping and Gardening services to North Leeds and the surrounding area.

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Reviewed by Mark on 28/3/2023

Dave carried out our block paving job on our driveway. Extended our existing drive and built a fence to make the border with our neighbours garden. Dave gave us a very competitive quote and was very polite and knowledgeable. The job did take longer than expected to finish but that was down to bad weather. The end result was a job well done looks amazing and we now have plenty of room on our driveway for our cars and caravan. Thanks Dave

With over 15 years experience in the trade, with expertise in hard landscapes, we provide a friendly service willing to take on many aspects of external work ranging from driveways, patios and fencing, to re-pointing, to roofing and guttering repairs. All our work is carried out to the highest standard and we focus on building a long lasting relationship with customers! If the job needs doing then we’ll get it done!!! So please don’t hesitate to call for a free quote with no obligation!

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Reviewed by Mark on 8/7/2016

From the initial quotation - which was very reasonable – until the final job, Kaspars was very professional and did a great job plastering my bathroom ceiling. He was always prepared to work within my timeframe, arrived on time and was very, very thorough. It was a pleasure dealing with him. A really genuine guy. Will definitely use him again.

Hi we r family run business with over 20 years experience in the building game we carry out all types of building work from new builds to extensions two full ? refurbishment all types of groundwork ?drives ways patios jet washing painting all types of of construction fully in insured highly experienced company look forward to hearing from you

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Reviewed by Lynn on 23/4/2018

Honest reliable and hard working man. Very pleased with the results. Price quoted for unseen work involved was fantastic. Would recommend and definately hire again. One very happy customer

XProbuild Ltd is a London-based building company specialising in high-quality construction, renovation, and refurbishment projects. From roofing and structural works to full property renovations and bespoke garden houses, we deliver reliable, professional results — on time and on budget.

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Reviewed by Emma on 19/12/2025

Lucian and his team were a dream to work with on our house renovation. They're professional, competent, and lovely company. The job was completed in good time, and without additional costs. Lucian went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with the finished project.

Gardencare Services has been serving the local community of Gloucestershire for 42 years and is now a second generation company we cover all aspect of Garden work all types of Paving, Fencing ,Pruning and general Garden maintenance.

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Reviewed by Tom on 20/3/2020

Very happy with our fence. Great job all round. Would reccomend

At FREN, we are proud to offer a wide range of building services in South Bristol, designed to bring your ideas to life. From small-scale residential projects to large landscaping transformations, our skilled team delivers results that combine style, strength, and functionality. Every project is carried out with a commitment to high standards, ensuring your home or outdoor space is built to last.

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Reviewed by Donato on 22/11/2025

Ben responded to my posting within the day. He arrived when he said he would and fixed the problem very swiftly. Very reliable, professional and polite service. I would recommend and would not hesitate to use Fren again.

A full service firm. We are able to tailor our offering to suit your demands from full service project management to small scale one off projects

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Reviewed by EMMA on 21/6/2022

Although a small scale job, Patrick was quick to respond to my post and very kindly talked me through a few options, which was very useful and much appreciated. Great that he was able to carry out the work so soon even with my tight timeline. Very satisfied with the result and price within my budget. Thank you, Patrick!

We are a family business with over 20 years experience in home improvement.

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Reviewed by Adeoluwa on 23/12/2023

Job was poorly finished. Said he'd come back the next day to sort, but didn't show up. Then said he'd come another day, but still didn't show up. Didn't pick my calls and started ignoring messages. Will certainly not be calling him back or recommending to anyone.

UBL Ltd (Unique Building & Landscaping) is a family run business doing jobs throughout Lincolnshire, We have many happy customers and a full portfolio of completed jobs. Our prices are always competitive and we aim to please.

Full home renovation expertise from building an extension to tap replacement. Electrical works, carpentry, Laminate/Carpet flooring, Bath installation, Kitchen installation, Interior/exterior design!! The ultimate damp proofing solution, using a cutting edge technology that allows walls to be protected from water ingress remaining its full strength and breathiness. Enjoy unusual projects that requires creative mind. If something seems complicated let us know we like complicated projects. Over 20 years experience with some of the most unusually creative projects help clients to improve and build their homes. We are a team professionally organised builders. Our team members experience vary from as low as one year experience for an apprentice to as high as 40 years engineering experience for experts.

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Reviewed by Paolo on 2/2/2026

The guys did a great job, high attention to detail, care not to make a mess, and provided creative solutions to both projects. Highly recommended!

we are Masons with over ten years experience, all four of us are level 3 qualified and take great pride in all of our work carried out and put 100% into everything we do we never leave a job until we are happy the end product and customer satisfaction we undertake everything from plumbing to eletrics new builds to extentions to changing a roof tile. no job to small.

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Reviewed by Richard on 11/7/2024

They do exactly what they promise

We provide a complete, professional service from design to completion. We undertake all aspects of Building and Groundworks. From Driveways to extensions , Landscaping to paving and also tarmacing. We provide a 5 star job satisfactory for all our customers at an affordable price. References can be provided from our previous work in all aspects of jobs we have completed. We provide a FREE quotation ensuring each job is given a high standard of quality service.

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Reviewed by Jake on 15/10/2020

Wonderful job, turned up bang on time and stayed late to get the job done, unbelievable amount of progress done in a day. Great lads to have around, very polite and clean. The job done exactly how I wanted it, would recommend these lads to anyone and everyone, and I will be doing! Many thanks gents, top work!

Hi everyone are company has been running for 8 years we offer a wide range of trades no job too small or big we are friendly company happy to help in anyway possible

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Reviewed by marion on 24/6/2025

Direct driveways and patios as a family run? business with 20 years experience we specialise in driveways, patios walkways, decorative walling natural stones fencing decking, artificial lawns, hard and soft landscaping make your dream a reality with direct driveways and patios ?

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