Always consult with your Builder, Site Engineer, Landscaper, Paviour, Paving Distributor for details specific to your site, paver type and intended use.

All paved areas require an appropriate foundation. The underlying sub layers below the flag surface course and laying course need to be correctly designed and prepared to accommodate the anticipated loads.

Good composition of each sub-layer, particularly when used by vehicles, should prevent pavers becoming displaced or rocking.
 

Two types of pavements exist:

1. Flexible - Bedding course of well graded course sand, over a specific designed base course and sub-grade.
 

2. Rigid - Pavers are installed into a (wet) sand cement bed or a thin bed cement based adhesive, over a concrete slab base.

iPAVE - Pavers & Tiles Handy Hints & Conditions
 

Important Please Read Before Commencing
 

1 Delivery
Delivery will be kerb side. However if requested we will do our utmost to meet other delivery requirements if at all possible and place the pavers where requested, this placement is strictly at the discretion of the delivery driver whose decision will be final and based on his experience along with the safety of your premises and his equipment.
 

2 Discrepancies
Please check this order for size, colour, quantity, quality. Discrepancies must be within 48 hours. Goods unpacked or pallets moved - relocated from the place of delivery will not be considered under any circumstances in the event of a return or exchange.
 

3 Damage-Colour and Thickness Variation
As a hand made product manufactured to industry standards using natural materials. iPAVE pavers and tiles will have surface imperfections, colour variation. Chipped pavers should be put aside and used for cutting. Should the order be greater than one pallet the pallets must be blended during laying.
 

4 Installation
Always adopt good licensed paver and tile laying / paving practices. ~ Your paving outlet will be able to make a recommendation. ~ Whilst most paving layers and tilers would have experience laying and cutting iPAVE if need be have them contact your paving outlet, tile shop or iPAVE technical department for advice prior to quoting and commencing. As with all pavers we recommend minimum 3 - 5mm gap between the pavers to prevent chipping. For the DIY person we recommend that you consult with a licensed trades person before commencing.
 

Laying 40/45mm Pavers

Pavers must be laid over a well drained sub base suitable for your particular site conditions so the pavers do not subside. ~ All edge pavers must be contained to prevent the bedding material from washing out.
When paving over a concrete slab, a sand and cement mortar base (maximum 30mm) or a thin bed cement based adhesive can be used. Any cement laitance or scale must be wire brushed from the backs of the pavers prior to them being primed with a mixture of cement and Readyfix Super Primer Additive before laying. Failure to do so will most likely result in a drummy installation
Good drainage is essential, ensure water can drain freely from both beneath and over the pavers. Poor or inadequate drainage will cause staining and effect paver performance.
 

Grouting
For general paving areas we recommend the use of fine washed kiln dried pointing sand. This will be available from your paving outlet. For
pool copings, paving etc mortar/glue fixed to a reinforced concrete slab or surround we recommend wet grouting with clean, salt free, washed sand and cement grout. Please Note: All cement based grout must be washed off thoroughly with clean water and a sponge before it commences to set. Change the washing water regularly. DO NOT USE ACID.

                iPAVE recommend using Ready-Fix Building Adhesives

                               for all your adhesive and grout requirements

5 Cutting
As with most tiles of this type, iPAVE must be cut with a wet diamond saw of good quality. Ensure the sediment is rinsed off thoroughly before the paver dries as the sediment can cause staining.
 

6 Compaction
All iPAVE pavers must be laid and levelled individually at the time of laying as their larger size does not allow levelling of 40mm thick pavers with a compactor plate. ~ For the larger pavers the iPAVE Brick Lifter is a distinct advantage for levelling ~
If a compactor plate is used then the metal base must be covered with a double layer of carpet to prevent chipping.
 

7 Cleaning
It is essential to keep the pavers or tiles clean and free from soil oxides, cement, mortar droppings, leaves, bark, rubber tyre or boot marks, etc. during and after laying as these can stain the pavers. iPAVE recommend if necessary spot cleaning by hand using a industrial strength non-acidic detergent. While some pressure cleaners can be used successfully, pressure cleaners with to high a pressure and or a nozzle distance too close can cause excessive pitting. Always do a small trial area first to assess the performance of the pressure cleaner and the correct nozzle distance. DO NOT USE ACID.
 

8 Sealing
As with many products such as stamped or stencilled concrete unglazed Terracotta tiles and various other masonry products we recommend sealing prior to use to prevent staining. In particular BBQ areas, driveways, leafy or muddy areas, pool copings and surrounds (While all iPAVE products surpass the tests for salt water compatibility, pool chemical imbalances can on rare occasions cause a problem) .
 

9 Recommended Sealer
For a matt finish iPAVE recommend one coat of BASE COAT and one coats of TOP COAT.
For a wet look finish iPAVE recommend two coats of TOP COAT. If a darker more glossy finish is desired then apply an additional coat of TOP COAT. (If required it is possible to add an anti slip powder to the sealers for additional slip resistance.) Contact your paving supplier or iPAVE for individual recommendations.
 

10 Efflorescence
Whilst iPAVE have few problems with this due to our high quality, method of manufacture and on going research in this area it is none the less a potential problem for the clay and masonry industry. ~ As the occurrence of efflorescence is beyond our control no guarantees are given. ~ If efflorescence appears it is visible as a lightening in colour of the paver or white powder on the surface and is sometimes mistaken as fading. Major industry studies show that weathering will eliminate the problem or in most cases the application of a sealer will prevent the potential problem. Do not pre stack the pavers in a criss-cross manner or leave objects on the pavers for any length of time prior to sealing as this can cause efflorescence marks which can take some time to disappear. Good drainage of both the paver surface and the under-bedding material is essential and in most cases will assist greatly in limiting efflorescence.
 

11 Maintenance
On a semi regular basis sweep and or hose any leaves, dirt etc from the pavers. If necessary wash with warm water and an industrial strength non-acidic detergent. Re-seal with one coat of TOP COAT as may be required or felt necessary approximately every two to three years depending on wear and tare and appearance required.
DO NOT USE ACID.
 

12 Pallets
iPAVE offers a pallet pick up service once your pavers have been laid. Simply call the place of purchase or alternatively call iPAVE direct and we will organise the collection of any unwanted pallets. Please leave any empty pallets you have out the front if you wish to take advantage of this FREE service.