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Techo-Bloc alternatives

Kadi S.
Месяцев назад: 11

Hi!

We are getting ready to re-landscape our backyard and the architect has recommended TECHO-BLOC for walkway pavers, steps, patio-firepit and retaining walls. I just read the company’s website Care & Maintenance document and I think we should consider another product with lower maintenance.

TIA for any ideas and advice!!

Kadi

Комментарии: 6

  • PRO
    Verdance Landscape Architecture
    Месяцев назад: 10

    Kadi, what's giving you pause about maintaining the Techo-Bloc?

  • Kadi S.
    Месяцев назад: 10

    Hi, two things. High level of care & maintenance and negative customer reviews.

  • PRO
    Verdance Landscape Architecture
    Месяцев назад: 10

    Hmmm… I haven't heard of those issues so I'm sorry I can't provide any insights on those fronts. We specify Belgard pavers a lot; they don't have the comprehensive "systems" of walls-steps-pavers etc. that Techo-Bloc does, but they're great products that are attractive and durable, and the company is really easy to work with.

  • Kadi S.
    Автор
    Месяцев назад: 10

    Ok, thank you very much for your comments and advice. Are you familiar with Belgard ‘thin’ pavers that can be installed ontop of cement or pebble stone cement aggregate? I noted that was an advantage for Belgard over Techno-Bloc. Techno-Bloc is more modern, which is our preference. Thanks, again!

  • PRO
    Verdance Landscape Architecture
    Месяцев назад: 10

    At that point I’d just go with ceramic tiles. You’ll find vastly more options, including contemporary styles, than with any interlocking paver. The benefit of pavers like Belgard or Tech-Bloc is that they don’t require a concrete foundation, so materials and installation are less expensive. If you’re pouring a slab anyhow, those advantages go away.

  • mtvhike
    Месяцев назад: 10

    How does Tech-Bloc differ from Ready Rock (sp)?

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