Block paving - How to choose make

jonesymouse · Post: # 36161Post **jonesymouse** Tue Mar 31, 2009 9:34 pm

I had chosen to use Marshalls drive line 50 for my drive. One contractor I was getting a quote from says that he would not use them as they break too easily, saying he likes Plaspave. I find this a bit confusing. Are there known differences between the two or is it a Ford/Vauxhall thing with lots of strong opinions?

Post: # 36166Post **Dave_L** Tue Mar 31, 2009 10:16 pm

I've laid countless drives in the past using Driveline 50's with no problems - although I would now use a 60mm block as that is what has replaced the 50.

Tue Mar 31, 2009 10:28 pm

i dont like using less than 60's on any drive,they just feel a lot better
50's are only really ok for very light vehicular usage and paths and patios
best thing is to go to a builders merchant and see what colours/styles you like
LLL

Post: # 36176Post **Tony McC** Wed Apr 01, 2009 8:39 am

Plaspave are a cheaper brand - he's penny-pinching. And would that be Plaspave 50s, by any chance?

If Driveline 50s are breaking on him, then he should change his working practices or get hold of his local Marshalls' Rep as they'd be most concerned to hear that their blocks are failing, allegedly.

ambient · Post: # 36186Post **ambient** Wed Apr 01, 2009 6:44 pm

plaspave 50s+60s are on offer at the moment Â£9.99 a metre for 60s thats probably why! theyre a good bit cheaper than marshalls ???