Compare Pavers to Bluestone

I have found that most people compare pavers to bluestone more than many other materials. In addition, the assumption is that bluestone will cost a lot more.
It will if you have a lot of square footage. However, for smaller areas you’d be surprised at the difference in pricing.

If you love the look of natural stone, I would definitely consider bluestone. However, pavers do offer a lot more color choices and patterns. You can also blend in different design more easily, such as borders or circle inserts.

Please take a look at some of the pages below for more pictures and information.

Look further down for my comparisons

Pavers

Paver Driveway Ideas

Look Like Bluestone!

Pricing

More Pages on Pavers

Concrete Pavers - lots of additional information

Cobblestone Driveway - difference between real cobblestones and pavers

Driveway Apron - using pavers at the driveway entry

Walkways - tips and photos

Driveway Materials - pavers and other choices

Paver Installation - how to correctly install them

Bluestone

Costs

Walkways

Patios

More Pages on Bluestone

Patio Pictures - see photos of some great bluestone design ideas

Bluestone Steps - different types of bluestone for steps

Cold Areas - Q&A on freeze-thaw and bluestone

Bluestone Over Concrete - Q&A on this topic and my advice

Some of the main pros and cons when comparing pavers to bluestone.

Advantages

PAVERS

Various colors available

Dry-laid (easy) installation

Joints will never crack

Various patterns

Coordinating decorative block
Easy repair
Less Expensive

BLUESTONE

Beautiful Natural Stone

Dry-laid or set in mortar
Colors blend well with others
Different patterns and sizes
Looks well with stone walls

Disadvantages

PAVERS

Can get weeds in joints

More difficult to match with other materials

Not a natural material (man-made)

BLUESTONE

Can get weeds in joints
More expensive
*Need more expertise for professional look

Also see my page where I compare pavers to concrete

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