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	Block paving is a very popular choice for domestic driveways and this article will explain the various stages involved for this particular application (although other applications are very similar).		Block paving is a very popular choice for domestic driveways and this article will explain the various stages involved for this particular application (although other applications are very similar).
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		+	The SuDS Manual published by CIRIA in 2015 defines block paving as: ‘Paving designed to allow rainwater falling onto the surface or runoff discharged over the surface to infiltrate through the joints or voids between the blocks into the underlying pavement structure.’

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	Sealant can be applied to minimise staining.		Sealant can be applied to minimise staining.

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	* Blockwork.		* Blockwork.

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	Block paving can be used to achieve many different laying patterns, the most common being the herringbone pattern due to its interlocking strength.		Block paving can be used to achieve many different laying patterns, the most common being the herringbone pattern due to its interlocking strength.

−	Block paving is a very popular choice for domestic ~~[https://geardivas.com/best-driveway-alarm/~~ driveways] and this article will explain the various stages involved for this particular application (although other applications are very similar).	+	Block paving is a very popular choice for domestic driveways and this article will explain the various stages involved for this particular application (although other applications are very similar).

	= Excavation =		= Excavation =

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	Block paving can be used to achieve many different laying patterns, the most common being the herringbone pattern due to its interlocking strength.		Block paving can be used to achieve many different laying patterns, the most common being the herringbone pattern due to its interlocking strength.

−	Block paving is a very popular choice for domestic driveways and this article will explain the various stages involved for this particular application (although other applications are very similar).	+	Block paving is a very popular choice for domestic [https://geardivas.com/best-driveway-alarm/ driveways] and this article will explain the various stages involved for this particular application (although other applications are very similar).

	= Excavation =		= Excavation =

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−	The first stage, once the area required for block paving has been established, is to excavate to a depth of at least 150 mm below the damp-proof course of the adjacent building to the paving. The typical excavation depth is 200-250 mm below the finished paving level (this comprises 100-150 mm sub-base, 40 mm sand bed and 50 mm block or brick).	+	The first stage, once the area required for block paving has been established, is to excavate to a depth that means the finished surface of the blockwork will be at least 150 mm below the damp-proof course of the adjacent building to the paving (and that it drains away from teh building). The typical excavation depth is 200-250 mm below the finished paving level (this comprises 100-150 mm sub-base, 40 mm sand bed and 50 mm block or brick).

	The ground should be excavated to a gradual slope to allow surface water to run away and not pool on the surface. If a drainage system is to be installed, the slope can be directed towards that. The typical slope is a 1 cm drop for every 60 cm length.		The ground should be excavated to a gradual slope to allow surface water to run away and not pool on the surface. If a drainage system is to be installed, the slope can be directed towards that. The typical slope is a 1 cm drop for every 60 cm length.

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

−	Block paving, or brick paving, is ~~a common method to use~~ for constructing ~~a pavement~~, ~~patio or driveway~~. It is ~~beneficial~~ due to its decorative aesthetic and the fact that the bricks or blocks allow for easy remedial work by removing and replacing those that are necessary.	+	Block paving, or brick paving, is commonly used for constructing pavements, patios, driveways and so on. It is may be used due to its decorative aesthetic, ease of installation, and the fact that the bricks or blocks allow for easy remedial work by removing and replacing those that are necessary.

	Block paving can be used to achieve many different laying patterns, the most common being the herringbone pattern due to its interlocking strength.		Block paving can be used to achieve many different laying patterns, the most common being the herringbone pattern due to its interlocking strength.
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−	The first stage, once the area required for block paving has been established, is to excavate to a depth of at least 150 mm below the damp-proof course of the adjacent building to the paving ~~(i.e. the house)~~. The typical excavation depth is 200-250 mm below the finished paving level (this comprises 100-150 mm sub-base, 40 mm sand bed and 50 mm block or brick).	+	The first stage, once the area required for block paving has been established, is to excavate to a depth of at least 150 mm below the damp-proof course of the adjacent building to the paving. The typical excavation depth is 200-250 mm below the finished paving level (this comprises 100-150 mm sub-base, 40 mm sand bed and 50 mm block or brick).

−	The ground should be excavated to a gradual slope to allow surface water to run away and not pool on the surface. If a drainage system is to be installed, the ~~gradual~~ slope can be directed towards that. The typical slope is a 1 cm drop for every 60 cm length ~~being paved~~.	+	The ground should be excavated to a gradual slope to allow surface water to run away and not pool on the surface. If a drainage system is to be installed, the slope can be directed towards that. The typical slope is a 1 cm drop for every 60 cm length.

−	A skip ~~will~~ need to be hired to remove the excavated material. The amount of excavated material needing to be removed can be calculated by multiplying the surface area by the dig depth, as well as accounting for 20-30% extra for the bulking-up of the spoil material.	+	A skip may need to be hired to remove the excavated material. The amount of excavated material needing to be removed can be calculated by multiplying the surface area by the dig depth, as well as accounting for 20-30% extra for the bulking-up of the spoil material.

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	= Sub-base and screeding =		= Sub-base and screeding =

−	The sub-base layer should be a minimum of 100 mm-thick and firmed down using a compacting plate. ~~By making~~ sure the sub-base material is compacted it provides a level and strong base for the block paving.	+	The sub-base layer should be a minimum of 100 mm-thick and firmed down using a compacting plate. Making sure the sub-base material is compacted provides a level and strong base for the block paving.

	Coarse sand should be spread and levelled on top of the sub-base layer to roughly 25-40 mm deep. It should then be screeded to ensure a smooth and even surface on which the paving can be laid.		Coarse sand should be spread and levelled on top of the sub-base layer to roughly 25-40 mm deep. It should then be screeded to ensure a smooth and even surface on which the paving can be laid.
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	Once all laid, the blocks should be carefully checked for alignment by stretching a string line along the diagonal courses. Concrete blocks tend to drift less than clay pavers which can require re-adjustment.		Once all laid, the blocks should be carefully checked for alignment by stretching a string line along the diagonal courses. Concrete blocks tend to drift less than clay pavers which can require re-adjustment.

−	The edges of the paving can then be cut in to fit snug to the edge course. ~~If required for drainage, recess~~ trays and gully covers should be fixed in place.	+	The edges of the paving can then be cut in to fit snug to the edge course. Recess trays and gully covers should be fixed in place if required for drainage,.

	= Jointing and finishing =		= Jointing and finishing =

−	Jointing ~~then~~ involves kiln-dried sand ~~being spread~~ over the surface of the block paving and ~~swept~~ into the joints. This can be done ~~intermittently with~~ compacting the paving down using a compactor plate. Care should be taken to alternately pass over each section of paving at 90-degrees to the previous pass.	+	Jointing involves spreading kiln-dried sand over the surface of the block paving and sweeping this into the joints. This can be done whilst compacting the paving down using a compactor plate. Care should be taken to alternately pass over each section of paving at 90-degrees to the previous pass.

	Jointing sand may settle over the first few weeks of the block paving being completed, and should be topped up as necessary.		Jointing sand may settle over the first few weeks of the block paving being completed, and should be topped up as necessary.

−	Sealant can be applied ~~in order~~ to ~~try and~~ minimise ~~the block paving from~~ staining.	+	Sealant can be applied to minimise staining.

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	* Blockwork.		* Blockwork.
	* Britain's historic paving.		* Britain's historic paving.
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	* Highway drainage.		* Highway drainage.
	* How to build a garage.		* How to build a garage.

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	* Blockwork.		* Blockwork.
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	* Highway drainage.		* Highway drainage.
	* How to build a garage.		* How to build a garage.

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	Block paving can be used to achieve many different laying patterns, the most common being the herringbone pattern due to its interlocking strength.		Block paving can be used to achieve many different laying patterns, the most common being the herringbone pattern due to its interlocking strength.

−	Block paving is a very popular choice for domestic driveways and this article will explain the various stages involved ~~in using block paving~~ for this particular application (although other applications are very similar).	+	Block paving is a very popular choice for domestic driveways and this article will explain the various stages involved for this particular application (although other applications are very similar).

	= Excavation =		= Excavation =