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Patterned Paver Laying Instructions
Ketley chequered and panelled pavers are traditional products. Widely used by the Victorians beside their canal and railway systems and in their industrial and urban developments. To maintain the pattern throughout the paved area, 220 x 105mm diamond chequer pavers should be laid 1/3 bond, rather than 1/2 bond, which is the standard bond for plain pavers. (10' x 5' x 2' pavers should be laid 1/2 bond).
Their continuing popularity lies in their strength, durability, chemical and abrasion resistance and lasting colour whilst their patterned surface not only sheds water rapidly and provides enhanced traction but adds to their interest and aesthetic appeal. Ketley patterned pavers are particularly suitable for providing contrasting banding within large areas of other less attractive material.
To derive the full aesthetic impact from patterned pavers it is important that care is taken when laying. Some traditional patterned pavers are not made with nibs. When laid in the flexible mode these should be spaced apart 2-5mm during laying to permit sand infill and to minimise damage in compaction and subsequent use.
The regular use of string lines is recommended in order to check for paver alignment. Adjustments to the joints should be carried out with the use of a trowel. The occasional wider joint is not detrimental to performance.
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