Bond Patterns

The bond pattern and its direction are important both to the visual appearance and the performance of the paved area. It is therefore crucial that the bond pattern is considered at the design stage of the project. The use of two or more contrasting colours within the paved area presents further design opportunities, and can highlight the chosen bond pattern.

Herringbone Bond

This is the recommended pattern for areas used by vehicular traffic. It resists creeping caused by braking or channelised traffic flow. Both 90° and 45° orientation to the starting edge and direction of the traffic is suitable, but 45° is generally preferable for heavy vehicle areas. Ketley can provide purpose made starter units for both patterns. It is preferable to use purpose made half units for 90° herringbone, since pavers cut on site will have no chamfer on the cut edge. This bond has the visual effect of increasing the perceived size of an area.

Running Bond

This pattern is suitable for areas which are going to be used by pedestrians and areas receiving light or occasional trafficking, such as domestic driveways. Where vehicular traffic is expected it is recommended that the long axis of the paver is placed at 90° to the traffic flow direction, and it will be more pleasing to the eye laid in this manner. All Ketley pavers can be laid at half bond, with the exception of Diamond Chequer pavers which should be laid at third bond in order to maintain the pattern throughout the paved area.

Basket Weave

The basket weave pattern accentuates straight lines, and great care through the constant use of string lines is necessary to prevent misalignment. This bond pattern is only recommended for pedestrian use. It reduces the perceived size of an area.

Stack Bond

This pattern is only suitable for pedestrian use. It has strong linear characteristics in two directions. It requires greater dimensional consistency of pavers and a regular checking of string lines to ensure maintenance of the bond.