Category: Porcelain Pavers

What are the Pros and Cons of Natural Bluestone Pavers Compared with Porcelain Pavers?

A porcelain paved sidewalk surrounded by cream-colored plant troughs, greenery, tall cream-colored buildings, and signs.

Bluestone pavers have long been a popular choice for homeowners, landscapers, and designers for landscaping projects due to their exceptional combination of durability, versatility, and aesthetic appeal. However, in recent years, 2cm thick porcelain pavers have been making major inroads into the landscape paver markets, not least because of their ability to very successfully mimic […]

This entry was posted in Archatrak on December 5th, 2024

4 Considerations When Beginning a Porcelain Paver Installation

A spacious patio area paved with cobblestone-effect porcelain tiles offered by Archatrak.

Due to their durability, versatility and sleek appearance, porcelain pavers are an extremely popular choice for outdoor spaces. Proper installation will ensure optimal performance and longevity.
This guide will explore several essential considerations when installing porcelain pavers in residential or commercial outdoor projects — from surface preparation and material selection to proper drainage and maintenance tips. 

This entry was posted in Archatrak on November 22nd, 2024

Enhancing Slip Resistance of Porcelain Pavers

A very commonly asked question is: ‘Are porcelain pavers slippery?’ Of course, the response is likely to be ‘Relative to what?”. So perhaps it’s best to delve into technical specifications. All manufacturers of porcelain pavers will test their products to check they comply with relevant standards in the country of manufacture and/or the country in […]

This entry was posted in Archatrak on October 31st, 2024

Porcelain Pavers vs. Concrete Pavers: Understanding the Difference

This image depicts an outdoor patio space with furniture and Archatrak porcelain pavers.

When deciding between porcelain and concrete pavers, the choice is more than just a matter of aesthetics — it’s about finding the right material that balances durability, style and maintenance for your outdoor project. Each offers distinct benefits depending on the design needs and environment. Overview of Paver Types Concrete pavers are made with cement, […]

This entry was posted in Archatrak on October 28th, 2024

Why Porcelain Pavers Offer Such a Choice of Colors and Styles

If you stroll through any tile shop these days, you’ll see a staggering range of colors and styles of porcelain tiles. Modern digital printing techniques and equipment have made it possible to replicate the look of practically any surfacing or paving material that can be photographed with such outstanding tone, shade and color rendering, that […]

This entry was posted in Archatrak on September 17th, 2024