GUIDELINES on ordering, receipt, handling, laying and care of ANSTON PAVING STONES

ORDERING PAVERS
Following selection of a paver you can either
fax an order to 03 9544 0411 or e-mail it to
pavers@anston.com.au.

The lead time required is generally 4 weeks.

RECEIPT OF PRODUCT
When you receive your order the pavers will be on pallets. The pavers will be wrapped in a clear plastic film. Although the pavers are cured in the factory it is important to leave this wrapping in place until the pavers are layed. Any unlaid pavers should be covered to avoid uneven drying.

Melbourne Metropolitan Deliveries
Pavers are strapped securely during transport,
which is on the back of a company owned truck, and then unloaded with an all terrain forklift.

Where access is achievable every effort will be made to position the pallets as directed howeverin some circumstances a kerbside delivery is unavoidable.

A delivery charge of $90 + GST per load
(up to 100m2) applies in the Melbourne
metropolitan area.

Long Distance or Interstate Deliveries
Pavers are packed securely with extra care to
prepare for longer journeys. Please call us for a quotation on a delivery to your site.

HANDLING OF PRODUCT
Paving stones should be handled with care as
corners can chip and they may break or develop hairline cracks if dropped.

It is recommended that professional installers are used to lay the pavers and that previous work is used as a guideline to the installers suitability for your project.

LAYING ANSTON PAVERS
Laying should be carried out by an experienced Contractor following the guidelines below;

Sub-base
It is preferable to lay pavers on a reinforce concrete sub-base which should be properly cured prior to laying pavers.

Mortar Mix
The mortar bed is typically 15-25 mm thick and comprises;
4 parts washed sand
1 part per 100 lime
1 part cement

Paver Preparation
Ensure the base of the pavers is clean of dust or scale. They can be cleaned with a wire brush. Brush a slurry of cement and water on the back of the pavers to strengthen the bond between the paver and the mortar.

Grouting
The colour of the grout can be altered by using
white or grey cement or with the addition of oxide. The finished colour is a personal choice however, a stiff mix should be made with;
3 parts washed sand
1 part cement

A trial section to test cured colour is recommended. Grout can be applied with a trowel or with a grouting gun.

Every care should be taken to thoroughly clean the pavers with a wet sponge before the grout dries to avoid any smearing or unwanted filling of the indentations in the surface of the paving stone.

Cleaning Pavers following Laying
A weak (10%) acid solution (of Hydrochloric or
Phosphoric Acid) can be used to clean the pavers. Following application the wet areas should be neutralised with a soapy water mixture.

Care should be taken not to spill the acid solution onto grass or garden areas.

SEALING PAVERS
Sealing pavers is optional. Pavers will get dirty over time however if they are sealed they will be easier to clean.

Anston stocks a very good quality penetrating
sealer which lasts as long as ten years and does not change the colour of the paver. Contact the Anston Office for more information.

PAVER MAINTENANCE
As the pavers age they will develop a patina which, to most clients, is a feature.

However if the pavers are stained due to sap,
animals or oil and you want them cleaned it is
advisable to seek the assistance of a professional cleaner. The Anston Office can help you locate someone suitable.

DISCLAIMER: These guidelines are a summary of good installation and finishing procedures for Anston Paving Stones, however they do not represent a warranty or the
only methods by which paving stones can be installed, finished or maintained.

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