Bricks or mortar?
Pavers are an attractive alternative to concrete-slab patios and driveways
Posted: August 22, 2009 at 4:15 a.m.
Pervious concrete is made using carefully controlled amounts of water and cement to form a paste that thickly coats agregate particles and binds them together but leaves voids that let water seep through into the ground.
Concrete walkways, patios and driveways can be beautiful and inexpensive - but for those worried about the environmental impact of their hard-scaping, there are paver options that retain much of the utility and beauty of traditional poured concrete.
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HomeStyle, Pages 33, 38 on 08/22/2009
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