The benefits of clay pavers in public spaces
Clay pavers offer many positive features. Clay paving gives public spaces a warm, authentic look. Clay pavers are also sustainable and can be reused. The versatility and ease of use offered by clay pavers make them one of the most popular paving materials in the Netherlands.
A charming public space
A stroll through a village square or along a shopping street will be a cherished pastime for many people, and wouldn’t be complete without the authentic charm of pavers. After all, clay paving has been used for centuries as a material to pave streets, squares, and roads.
This paver will also prove its worth as an environmentally friendly and high-quality paving for future generations. Colourfast, charming, and timeless: pavers create that unique yet cosy look and feel.
A sustainable choice
From extraction of the clay to management of public spaces – clay paving has a low environmental impact throughout the value chain. It starts with the raw material – the clay – and the new biodiversity that its extraction helps to create. Since the year 2000, we’ve been able to add more than 1800 hectares of new natural spaces through this process. River clay is also designated as a renewable raw material. And what about its lifecycle and reusability?
Endless possibilities
The convenient size of paving bricks offers endless variation. You could opt for a traditional laying pattern for more authenticity or choose unusual patterns and combinations of colours. Clay paving is also well suited to more expressive design.
Create your own colour mix for subtle or eclectic accents. At Vandersanden, we can machine mix multiple colours of paver.
Future-proof
Sooner or later, every public space will need to be dug up. Perhaps the sewers underneath will need to be replaced, or a fibre optic cable will need to be laid. The transition from natural gas to renewable heat sources will also require major adaptations to the subterranean infrastructure.
Clay paving will help to make sure that you are well prepared. Compared with other surface types, clay pavers are easy to remove and can be reused. Their unparalleled lifespan of 135 years on average also means that they are built to last.
Discover our range
Vandersanden has Europe’s largest range of pavers. Our product finder can give you a clear overview. We are also happy to work with you to find solutions for special applications and technical innovations.
A fantastic end result starts with ideas and inspiration
You might already have a clear idea or design for your garden or public space project, or perhaps you want to have an idea of the options first. Wherever you’re starting from, it begins with inspiration, and we’d be happy to help you along the way. Be surprised by the endless possibilities offered by Vandersanden clay pavers and get a taste for the unparalleled appearance and authentic sense of experience.
Practical information
Pavers
We prize the unique look and feel of our pavers and help you create sustainable, timeless public spaces by offering you the largest selection of brick pavers in Europe. Find some inspiration in our product finder and pick your favourite natural product.
Diversity and possibilities
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