How do pavers compare with a “patterned” or “stamped” concrete?
Patterned concrete pavements are merely large sections of poured-in place concrete that have been embossed with a design. Therefore, they are prone to the same problem freeze/thaw cycles (i.e., cracking), lower strengths and higher absorption rates as poured-in-place concrete. Pavers permit a flexible, breathable surface, working with nature. Also, patterned concrete doesn’t allow access to underground utilities or the ability to make repairs.
