It’s usually the first question a dealer or contractor gets regarding Nicolock paving stones: how do they retain their rich color and tight surface texture year after year? The answer is a mixture of old-world philosophy and new-age technology: Paver-Shield™.

While many paver products on the market offer a thin veneer of color, Nicolock believes paving stones should be colored from top to bottom. That’s why their pavers with Paver-Shield™ have an ultra-dense surface, as well as richer, livelier colors that go all the way through, so they don’t fade over time. Or as a result of regular wear, even when that includes acid rain, harsh de-icing salts, salt-laden ocean air, tropical heat or sub-freezing cold.

The science behind the superior performance begins by putting more color, more cement, and only extra-fine aggregate on the paver surface. While this provides a smooth, silky appearance, Paver-Shield™ paving stones actually possess substantial slip resistance, which makes them ideal for use on walkways, driveways, patios, and pool decks. Beneath the surface lies the heavier, denser aggregate; it’s this that gives paving stones their strength and durability. With Nicolock pavers, this aggregate is protected by their exclusive Paver-Shield™ barrier, therefore it’s never exposed to the environment. That allows Nicolock paving stones to deliver a lifetime of glorious dependability and color.

When you’re looking to beautify your home with paving stones, compare Nicolock pavers to competitive products. Look them over top-to-bottom. Give them a close inspection. You’ll see some have just that thin surface coating of color…and that Nicolock’s vibrant color is clear to see in every part of their stones. You’ll see the beauty of Nicolock’s patented Paver-Shield technology years after your pavers have been installed. They’ll look just as beautiful as the day you brought them home.

Nicolock’s Permeable Pavers offer a more eco-sensitive paving solution.

Americans’ eco-sensitivity, coupled with the trend towards “green” building, have caused a growing number of building owners and developers, contractors, design professionals, and homeowners to take a closer look at Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavements (PICP). They’ve proven to be an excellent alternative to traditional asphalt and concrete paving, which causes storm water to runoff in sheets during heavy rainstorms, causing flooding, overloading drainage systems, and transporting environmentally damaging pollution into our waterways.

The Performance Behind The Product.

Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavement (PICP) is a system comprised of a layer of concrete pavers separated by joints filled with small aggregate, over a free-draining stone setting bed and base. When water hits the pavement, it flows through the joints into the base, which acts as a reservoir until the water can percolate back into the soil subgrade. The stones in the joints provide total surface permeability, while the base filters storm water and reduces pollutant levels.

In addition to their environmental benefits, Nicolock’s environmental pavers are beautiful, and available in several shapes and colors. They can be used in both pedestrian and vehicular applications.

Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavements are eligible for LEED® credits under the U.S. Green Building Councils’ (USGBC) guidelines.

See…when you take a closer look, permeable can be the perfect choice. For more details, visit nicolock.com or icpi.org.

For 2009, Nicolock introduces their hottest new addition!

At one time or another, almost every homeowner dreams of enjoying their patio after sundown. The thought of cozying up around a fire with family and friends or grilling up some hot dogs and burgers is tantalizing to most. Up until now, having your own substantial backyard firepit has been either too expensive or too difficult to construct. Nicolock’s changed all that with their new Firepit Kit.

With their affordable new, easy-to-construct firepit, people are able to enjoy the unique pleasure of an outdoor open fire. Whether it’s a Sunday feast for friends and family, or a quiet moment for two toasting marshmallows by moonlight, a firepit is the perfect complement to any backyard activity. Nicolock’s new Firepit Kit has everything you’ll need to build a high-quality, long-lasting firepit and grill with little hassle, and in less time than you’d think.

Each kit contains 60 beautiful, highly-durable Serafina Wall segments, and one steel ring (31”diameter by eight inches deep). The included double grates for grilling flip up easily to access the area for burning logs or charcoal. The fully-constructed firepit stands 16 inches high with a 49-inch outside diameter. Additional pieces of Serafina Wall can be purchased to construct a taller firepit or to create extensions walls from the unit.

Once built, it’s bound to be a family favorite for kids, parents, and grandparents alike for many years to come. If you’re a barbeque lover, this is your easy-to-afford ticket to paradise. For photos and additional information on Nicolock’s new Firepit Kits, visit nicolock.com.