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VERONA® Product Sizes & Quantities Size Depth Quantity Quantity Bale size (mixed bale) (per m2) (per bale) 240 x 160mm 60mm 15.6 units of 432 13.82m2 & each size 160 x 160mm Mixed bales include an equal number of all sizes. www.roadstone.ie
GENERAL INFORMATION - MAINTENANCE Cleaning & sealing of concrete paving units All surfaces require some element of cleaning and maintenance, and paving is no different. Regular maintenance and cleaning will maintain the surface appearance and overall performance of both concrete paving and concrete paving flags. Initial maintenance (sand or mortar). The washer should Mosses & Lichens During the very early life of the be on a medium pressure setting Mosses and lichens will grow on most paving, the joints between the units or lower, and should NOT be aimed surfaces, particularly in shaded and should be regularly “topped up” with directly at the paving surface, but at north facing areas. There are several jointing sand. The paving should only an angle of 30° approximately. treatments that will deal with these be brushed by hand. Mechanical 4. Cleaning detergents can be used, growths on the market. The use of sweepers and sweepers with high however, some detergents are acidic sulphate of iron is not recommended suction forces should not be used, and overuse can damage some as it will stain the paving. since there is a risk of loss of jointing paving products. It is advisable sand from between the units which to follow the manufacturer’s will cause the loss of interlock and instructions and rinse the areas failure of the paved surface. fully. The resulting runoff should be carefully channelled to either drainage points or containers from Cleaning of pavements where it can be safely disposed of. There are four levels of cleaning that Replace any washed out jointing sand can be carried out on a paved area. with new dried sand (available in 25 kg Prior to undertaking any maintenance/ bags from Roadstone) once the paving cleaning, it is advisable to carry out a has dried. trial in a small inconspicuous area to ensure there are no adverse effects on the paving. Weeds 1. General dirt should be removed by Avoid the re-occurrence of weeds by regular dry brushing. removing them once they appear. If a weed killer is required, test in a small 2. Where the paving has become dull area prior to use. Always follow the showing a loss of colour, a wet wash manufacturer’s instructions. with a stiff bristle brush and garden hose can be adequate. 3. For more stubborn areas, a power washer can be used, taking care not to remove the jointing materials
Efflorescence As the efflorescence dissolves, there Sealing This is a naturally occurring will be some frothing (effervescence) The use of certain sealers can prevent phenomenon, which occurs to and once this has finished the whole most stains occurring on the surface a varying extent on all cement/ surface should be rinsed thoroughly and aids cleaning. Sealants may require lime based products, for which with clean water, taking care to dispose further applications depending on the Roadstone cannot be held responsible. of the run-off safely. In some cases, frequency of use on the paved surface. Efflorescence is not a manufacturing more than one treatment may be Where the surface has been treated fault and in no way affects the required. with a specialist prepolymer urethane structural integrity of concrete sealer and stabiliser, it should be cured products. in accordance with the manufacturer’s Oil stains recommendations before allowing Efflorescence, also known as lime Oil penetrates readily into most trafficking. bloom, can appear as a white deposit concrete paving, therefore any covering part or the entire surface. spillages should be removed promptly Except in very severe cases, the with an absorbent material, e.g. paper Permeable Paving phenomenon disappears completely towels, cloth or granules to prevent Maintenance when the blocks are wet and reappears staining. (Roadstone Aquaflow) as the blocks dry out. The phenomenon is temporary and will, with time, DO NOT wipe the oil - this drives it into The surface blocks have a design life disappear as a result of normal traffic the concrete and spreads the spill over equivalent to standard block paving. and weathering. a larger area. The surface blocks require routine maintenance and the surface should Efflorescence can be removed using an A degreaser should be applied as be brushed at least twice a year, either acidic washing agent. The area should soon as possible to break down the with a mechanical brush, ensuring that first be thoroughly soaked with clean oil. Washing up liquid used neat is a the vacuum is switched off, or by hand. water and a commercial acidic washing good starting point while a suitable It is recommended that this should be material (available from Roadstone degreaser is being sourced. If the stain carried out in the spring and after leaf and most builders’ merchants) should persists, then an emulsifying degreaser fall in autumn. be immediately applied in accordance should be brushed onto the affected with the manufacturer’s instructions. area, and left for a period of time, in After the brushing, the 3mm grit accordance with the manufacturer’s should be re-applied to the surface To avoid colour variation of the washed instructions. The emulsified oil should where appropriate (available from surface, equal amounts of washing be washed away with plenty of water. Roadstone) and brushed back into the agent should be applied to all areas of (Degreasers are available from your joints. the pavement. local Roadstone outlet and hardware stores) HEALTH & SAFETY • Always wear the recommended protective clothing. • Always work in a well ventilated area. • When using detergents and cleaners please ensure that you follow the manufacturer’s instructions fully. NOTE: Prior to undertaking any maintenance/cleaning, it is advisable to carry out a trial in a small inconspicuous area to ensure there are no adverse effects on the paving. This advice is offered as a guide only; Roadstone does not accept any liability for any damages occurring from its use. For further details please visit www.roadstone.ie
GENERAL INFORMATION - LAYING PAVING Roadstone, with its product ranges, has • For footpaths around dwellings, • Falls should be built into the sub-base always kept both the customer and the material conforming to Annex E of and the area should be free draining. A paving contractor at the forefront of its SR21:2004+A1:2007 “guidance on the saturated sub-base and laying course product range, offering both durable and use of I.S. EN 13242:2002 – Aggregates is one of the main causes of failure and pleasing products along with the correct for Unbound and Hydraulically Bound rutting. accessories required to complete any Materials for use in Civil Engineering project undertaken. • Before spreading the laying paving Work and Road Construction grit sand, the area should be inspected When considering the physical work and (incorporating amendment 1:2007 --- and no area of the finished level of the skills required in laying paving, you should (4/40mm coarse aggregate, or suitable base course should be more than the include the following: Clause 804 material). depth of the block +40mm, especially 1. Do you have the required skill and the • The sub-base should be compacted around manholes, kerbing and other time to completely finish the job? using a vibrator or roller to within obstacles. 10/15mm of level required. (40mm + 2. Have you access to the required tools? depth of paving unit below finished 3. Are you fit enough to carry out the level). physical work required? If the answer is no to any of the above questions, you should seek the help of an experienced contractor. The following advice consists general recommendations only, and represent standard good building practise. Further more detailed information can be obtained from www.roadstone.ie or consult guidance document BS 7533 Parts 1 to 9. Site Preparation • Remove all site vegetation and top soil to a suitable load bearing stratum, incorporating the correct level, including falls. Check and remove any soft spots and fill with appropriate material. Sub Base Construction (typical residential application) • Typically a sub-base of compacted Clause 804 or similar, between 150mm and 300mm deep will be sufficient for most applications, depending on soil type, depth of build-up required and loading that will be applied to the finished surface.
Edge restraints Laying of Paving Plate Vibrating, Interlock and • A selection of concrete kerbs and • Decide on required pattern and work Joint Filling edge restraints including Edge Pro are from a corner. • Use a suitable weight vibrator. available from Roadstone. • Always lay the paving against any falls • Ensure the surface of the vibration • Generally concrete kerbs are used, (up hill). plate is clean. kerbs should be fixed into position • Work across the paved surface. • Some vibrators can be fitted with by haunching the kerb unit with a • Check lines and levels regularly. a rubber mat that will reduce the suitable concrete mix. possibility of scuffing the surface of • Ensure kerb line follows the fall of the • Cutting of paving should be carried the block. finished surface. out using a block splitter (guillotine) – please ensure that you follow the • The Initial pass with a plate vibrator manufacturer’s guidelines for use. should compact the blocks Screeding of Bedding approximately 20/25% into the sub- • Always select products from at least base, bringing the sub-base sand into • The laying course should be a washed three different bales to ensure a the joints, creating the interlock. course grit sand complying with the correct blending is achieved. requirements of Tables D1 & D2 of • The area should be checked at this • A concrete saw can also be used, but annex D of BS 7533 Part 3. Available stage and any defective blocks should care should be taken not to allow dust from Roadstone locations. be replaced. from this saw onto the finish surface • This should be 40mm in thickness after or the blocks prior to use. Cutting with • Check levels again and reinstate if final compaction. a con saw should therefore be carried necessary. • Pay particular attention to the setting out away from the work area and the • Spread the kiln dried jointing sand of the bedding course, as the finished cut block cleaned before placing. evenly over the surface ensuring all surface of the paving will mirror • After cutting in and laying all blocks, joints are full. this layer. Ensure correct falls are check surface and remove and replace • Re-vibrate surface and top up all joints. maintained. Use screeding rails to any damaged or defective blocks. Continue this process until all joints ensure a correct surface level. are full with sand. • Sweep all debris material from the • This can be laid either partial pre- area and carry out a final check for • Top up with jointing sand again in 28 compaction or compacted after laying. damaged or defective blocks. days and follow regular maintenance • Do not walk on surface after screeding • Do not lay paving on saturated sand as procedures afterwards. The finished / laying sand. the laying course will be unstable and area is now suitable for all traffic. liable to rutting until the sand dries out. IMPORTANT Every care has been taken to reproduce the colour and blocks in this document as accurately as possible. However, we can not reproduce exact colours in print and recommend you examine relevant samples prior to ordering. Roadstone is not responsible for the naturally occurring phenomenon of efflorescence nor the normal variation in colour or texture inherent in concrete products. The information given in this brochure is correct to the best of our knowledge but customers and specifiers must satisfy themselves as to the suitability of any particular product, specification or design detail for a specific application.
SAMPLE PAVING LAYOUTS Indicative layouts shown CASTLESTONE CASTLESTONE AND SETTS AND SETTS CASTLESTONE CASTLESTONE MIX OFMIX 3 SIZES OF 3 SIZES represent a portion of a paved area but should not be used as a pattern to follow or continually CASTLESTONE AND SETTS CASTLESTONE AND SETTS CASTLESTONE MIX OF MIX CASTLESTONE 3 SIZES OF 3 SIZES repeat, as this may result in having a surplus of one particular size left over. Use all the paving sizes within each bale to cover the required paved area. CASTLESTONE CASTLESTONE MIXED MIXED STRETCHER STRETCHER BOND BOND CASTLESTONE CASTLESTONE 450 HERRINGBONE 450 HERRINGBONE CASTLESTONE CASTLESTONE MIXED STRETCHER MIXED STRETCHER BOND BOND CASTLESTONE CASTLESTONE 450 HERRINGBONE 450 HERRINGBONE THOMOND RANDOM BOND
URBANA URBANA COURSED COURSED URBANA URBANA RANDOM RANDOM URBANA URBANA SETTS SETTS URBANA SETTS COBBLESETT 90° HERRINGBONE COBBLESETT STRECHER BOND E COBBLESETT COBBLESETT STRECHER STRECHER BOND BOND COBBLESETT COBBLESETT PARQUETPAVING Indicative layouts shown represent a portion of a paved area but should not be used as a pattern to follow or continually repeat, as this may result in having a surplus of one particular size left over. Use all the paving sizes within each bale to cover the required paved area.
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