The size of the paving slab. Square, figured pavement tiles: price

For paving public areas, where the appearance of sites and tracks involves the use of aesthetically attractive materials, the modern construction market offers a huge selection of different types and colors of tiles. Although the usual street version is the gray scale. For large areas and squares, the square shape of the products will be more convenient, with the size of the paving slab preferable to 50x50 or 40x40 centimeters. In addition to the standard samples, many manufacturers make to order original exclusive products.

Types of popular paving slabs

Different types of tiles are distinguished by their geometric dimensions, shape, type of surface, drawing of the picture or its absence, color. The shape is rectangular, square and figured. The pavement tile (dimensions, price and other parameters of different types are described and indicated below) differs by the material of manufacture, the methods of production and the field of use. Consider the most popular products for paving sidewalks.

"Cobbles"

This usual paving slab is made in the form of a bar and is most often used for paving city streets and yards. Increased strength of the material is obtained through a special technology. It withstands both climatic temperature fluctuations and high dynamic load. Using colored tiles allows you to arrange spectacular walking paths and squares. The weight of the finished product is 2.5 kilograms, and the standard dimensions are 200x100x60 millimeters. The price for one square meter is 390-440 rubles.

"Wave"

The figured pavement tile "Wave" creates a beautiful pattern with the effect of sea waves and is ideal for sidewalks and footpaths. It is made from a mixture of high-strength concrete, so its surface is not destroyed for a long time. The tile has standard dimensions of 237x103x60 millimeters and weight of 3.05 kilograms.

"Coil"

In shape, this tile resembles a coil for thread with a narrow middle part and wide protrusions along the edges. With this material, you can pave the area near the house or in a park with intricate patterns, especially if you use different colors: yellow, black, brown, blue. The more complex the shade, the more expensive the tiles are. Standard dimensions: 225x136x60 mm with a weight of 3.2 kilograms per unit.

"Honeycomb"

The "Honey" tile is made up of small hexahedrons, from where it got its name. It looks very impressive and creates a unique pattern, especially on alternating wide and narrow sections. The size of the paving slab is 250x180x60 mm, and the weight is 3.5 kilograms.

The English Cobblestone

Sidewalk tiles "English cobblestone" resembles a natural stone and when stacked creates the effect of a medieval pavement. It has high strength and durability, therefore it is recommended for paving in crowded places, parks and squares. The drainage system of the material preserves the natural water exchange. The size of the paving slab is 250x120x60 mm, weight - 3.8 kg.

Scales

This is a very popular curly tile, made of concrete. It is laid on a layer of sand, which acts as a drainage system. "Scales" forms spectacular wear-resistant and durable tracks. Excellent performance is achieved using natural materials. The size of the paving slab is 245х190х60 mm with a weight of 3.6 kilograms per unit.

Other types of tiles

There are other types of this quality material. Among them, square paving slabs - "Chocolate", "California", "Flower", "Grid", "Web", "8 bricks", "Cloud", "Parquet" - with a unique pattern applied to the surface. By the way, the drawing not only creates an attractive design, but also eliminates sliding on a wet surface, for example, after rain or snow.

Therefore, the main purpose of these species is the paving of pedestrian paths, sidewalks and large areas. But just as good any such material is suitable for the territory of country houses, cottages, etc. Some species, for example, "Grid", have increased frost resistance.

Among the variety of curly tiles are the most popular: Eco, Gzhelka, Clover (smooth and relief), Traces of the giant, Maple, Lace, etc. "Eco" is used in parking lots, because it withstands the load From cars. Decorative colored species, such as "Clover", "Gzhelka" and some others, are used for paving around the pools, administrative buildings, and "Traces of the giant" - in parks and squares, in places of mass visits by people.

Manufacture of paving slabs by vibrocompression

Production of paving slabs is carried out in two ways: vibrocompression and vibration.

When manufacturing the material by vibrocompression, the concrete mixture is laid in certain shapes, mounted on a vibrating table. The upper part of the mold is a press (punch), exactly repeating its outlines. Vibration lasts until the product is completely sealed. For the full production cycle, this method requires the following equipment: concrete mixer, vibrating table, mold, punch. Tiles "Cobblestone", "Coil", etc. are produced by this method.

Manufacture of paving slabs with vibration isolation

In the production of paving slabs, the concrete is also poured into concrete forms, lying on the vibrating table. The mixture is rammed by natural vibration, without the involvement of pressing, so this method is longer. After the ramming is completed, the tiles are kept in a warm room for about twelve hours. For vibration, the following equipment is required: concrete mixers, vibrating table, molds. The number of forms should correspond to the daily production.

This technology is more effective in comparison with vibrocompression and has the following advantages:

• Wide range of finished products;
• Beautiful and smooth glossy surface;
• High strength tiles;
• The possibility of introducing special additives and pigments into concrete mixtures to improve the quality of finished products and color diversity.

At the end of the vibration process, the solution in the mold is gently rubbed, and if the amount of concrete is not sufficient to the top of the mold, it is added, rubbed and placed on pallets. To prevent drastic drying, the racks with molds are covered with polyethylene for drying for 48 hours.

Before knocking out the form for paving slabs it is required to heat up to 60-70 degrees in a water bath for 2 minutes. This is done to increase the service life of products, especially thin ones. The heated form is placed on the vibration shaker for the form without using special devices. Plastic forms are cleaned with a 5% solution of hydrochloric acid, which guarantees safety for the health of workers, and then washed with plain water.

When using high-quality equipment, the surface of the finished product will be smooth, without any external and hidden defects (roughness, chips, voids, junctions). Sidewalk tile "California" is made by vibration.

Forms for paving tiles, borders, bricks have more than 200 types. They are made of high-quality polypropylene with additives, do not need lubrication, because without them the solution does not stick. The thickness of the walls varies from 4 to 6 millimeters, and the height varies from 2.5 to 8 centimeters. The shape can be reinforced with stiffeners. Such a product has a service life of 500-1000 complete technological cycles.