{"id":3322,"date":"2018-05-17T15:53:51","date_gmt":"2018-05-17T15:53:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hcp.dalegruberconstruction.com\/?p=3322"},"modified":"2019-02-11T14:08:12","modified_gmt":"2019-02-11T14:08:12","slug":"use-azek-pavers-deck-patio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hcp.dalegruberconstruction.com\/?p=3322","title":{"rendered":"Why Use AZEK Pavers for your Deck or Patio"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"the_content\"><p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.47&#8243;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.48&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.47&#8243;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.87&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Looking for a deck or patio material that is low maintenance, durable and attractive? Check out AZEK pavers! AZEK interlocking pavers are made from a high performance composite material, but look like natural stone. They are also eco-friendly &#8211; made with 95% recycled material! AZEK pavers are great for patios, walkways, decks, driveways and more.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;ve used AZEK pavers on several projects &#8212; contractor and client approved! They are a nice alternative to standard composite decking material. The pavers can even be applied to stairs, so the deck and stairs match. AZEK pavers are available in a variety of color options. The way in which the pavers are installed lends itself to creating beautiful patterns and designs.<\/p>\n<p>While AZEK pavers appear very similar to traditional concrete pavers, continue reading to learn about their differences according to AZEK.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.48&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.47&#8243;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.87&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>1. Durability<\/h2>\n<p>AZEK pavers resist degradation over time and retain their outstanding appearance longer than that of concrete pavers.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.47&#8243;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/hcp.dalegruberconstruction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/pavers-durability_lg.jpg&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Image&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.87&#8243; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; animation=&#8221;off&#8221; sticky=&#8221;off&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.48&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.47&#8243;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/hcp.dalegruberconstruction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/pavers-scratch-resistance_lg.jpg&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Image&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.87&#8243; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; animation=&#8221;off&#8221; sticky=&#8221;off&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.47&#8243;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.87&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>2. Scratch Resistance<\/h2>\n<p>Traditional concrete pavers scratch easily, whereas AZEK pavers resist scratches.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.48&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.47&#8243;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.87&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>3. Stain Resistance<\/h2>\n<p>Ketchup, oils, etc. can leave a stain on concrete pavers, but area easily wiped away on AZEK pavers; leaving no trace of a stain.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.47&#8243;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/hcp.dalegruberconstruction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/pavers-stain-resistance_lg.jpg&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Image&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.87&#8243; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; animation=&#8221;off&#8221; sticky=&#8221;off&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.48&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.47&#8243;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/hcp.dalegruberconstruction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/pavers-consistency_lg.jpg&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Image&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.87&#8243; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; animation=&#8221;off&#8221; sticky=&#8221;off&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.47&#8243;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.87&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>4. Consistency<\/h2>\n<p>AZEK pavers provide a smooth clean edge compared to chipped, rough edges of a concrete paver.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.48&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.47&#8243;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.87&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>5. Weight<\/h2>\n<p>11 concrete pavers = 64lbs.<\/p>\n<p>32 AZEK pavers, 4 grids + 64lbs.<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy the easy of carrying up to three times the amount.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.47&#8243;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/hcp.dalegruberconstruction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/pavers-weight_lg.jpg&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Image&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.87&#8243; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; animation=&#8221;off&#8221; sticky=&#8221;off&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.48&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.47&#8243;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/hcp.dalegruberconstruction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/pavers-installation_lg.jpg&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Image&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.87&#8243; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; animation=&#8221;off&#8221; sticky=&#8221;off&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.47&#8243;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.87&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>6. Installation Ease<\/h2>\n<p>Traditional pavers require the use of a string to keep them straight and level. AZEK pavers insert easily into the specially designed grid system to ensure perfect alignment, square &amp; consistently spaced and securely placed.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.48&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.47&#8243;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.87&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>7. Cutting &amp; Workability<\/h2>\n<p>Concrete pavers require a traditional saw and aren&#8217;t very easy to cut. AZEK pavers can easily be cut with a mitre or jig saw. Even radius cuts are possible with AZEK pavers.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.47&#8243;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/hcp.dalegruberconstruction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/pavers-workability_lg.jpg&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Image&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.87&#8243; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; animation=&#8221;off&#8221; sticky=&#8221;off&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.48&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.47&#8243;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.87&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Intrigued? 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