Block Paving
We Specialise In Driveways Patios Hardscaping Interlocking Permeable Residential Commercial Walkways
Block paving is a popular choice for paving driveways
This is because of the wide choice available in design, size, and colour. Very creative patterns can be made using different combinations of the three. We can make your driveway very attractive with our expertise in block paving.
We are ready to deliver and install whatever design, pattern, and style you wish. We ensure that the correct levels are dug and the sub-level is adequately compacted. We do the right drainage and finishing so as to have the best visual look.
We have a team of dedicated professionals who are willing to listen to your ideas and are committed to giving you the best value for money.
Trusted professional State of the art resin bond / bound surfacing
With over 40+ years experience in block paving, we know how to bring any driveway, pathway, lane, road or garden to life. Our skilled team ensures excellent grip and versatility for driveways, walkways, and more in Reading. Berkshire and surrounding areas. Contact us to learn about our services in the South of England. Our main block paving services & solutions are:
We are a highly rated clay, concrete block paving company in Reading, Berkshire who provide many solutions for outdoor flooring, walkways, driveways, patios, hardscaping, interlocking, residential, commerical and paving throughout the area.
Block paving is made of either clay or concrete. Each material has its pros and cons – we will help you make the right choice depending on your needs and budget.
Clay details
- Natural colour makes it slow to fade
- It is very durable and slow to wear
- Available in square or rectangle design
- Available in depths of 60mm, 65mm, and 80mm
Concrete details
- A wider range of designs available
- Wide range of depths from 40-100mm
- Cheaper than clay
There are different patterns for both clay and concrete block paving:
- Herringbone 90 degrees
This is the most common pattern. It is easy to lay using a straight edge timber rail laying half a block each time. The right angle makes it easy to lay the half leftovers meaning there is less wastage
- Herringbone 45 degrees
This is a catchier pattern which places blocks at 45 degrees to each other. It is harder to lay and has more wastage as blocks that are cut cannot be used again.
- Basket weave
This pattern is ideal for long straight driveways. Different colours can be combined for catchy detailing.
These are the most common and available in the patterns above. The typical dimensions are 200mm x 100mm and a depth of 50mm or 60mm. these pavers are most affordable. Standard clay pavers are more expensive than the concrete pavers.
These blocks are made to look distressed and aged. This look is achieved by tumbling the blocks in a cylindrical drum. This distressed look makes these pavers ideal for driveways in older properties. They are more expensive than the standard pavers but cheaper than flagstones.
These pavers are used in decorative styling as they have special textures, sizes, and shapes. This unique look is achieved by using secondary processing. This makes these pavers the most expensive option. installation of paving and patio, Berkshire Asphalt is always ready to deliver dependable results.
At Berkshire Asphalt, we cover various towns & areas throughout Berkshire. We are located in Reading, covering postal codes like RG1, RG2, RG30, RG31, RG4, RG5, RG6, RG7, and RG8. Bracknell, where you can find us with RG12 and RG42 postal codes. Maidenhead, we often provide work in SL6. In Windsor, SL4 is where we resurface many carparks, roads and driveways, while Slough benefits from our services in SL1 and SL2. Wokingham can count on Berkshire Asphalt with RG40 and RG41. Newbury is within our coverage area with RG14, and Thatcham with RG18. Ascot in SL5, Sandhurst with GU47, and Crowthorne with RG45. Further afield, our experts serve Hungerford with RG17, Woodley with RG5, Twyford with RG10, Sunninghill with SL5, Earley with RG6, Pangbourne with RG8, Cookham with SL6, Eton with SL4, and Burghfield with RG30.
