I’m adding pavers to a section in the backyard ~320 sqft worth around concrete surrounding a pool.
I found face mix pavers but am hearing that I should use through mix pavers.
I’m not seeing much online on the benefits of one over the other. Any specs or knowledge would be appreciated.
Best Answer
A quick search reveals that face-mix pavers have a concentrated wear/color/texture layer on top. I don't see any indication that this substantially affects strength. If you install a proper base, strength probably isn't a concern anyway.
Of course, through-mix sellers have their own arguments:
It's really a matter of your priorities. If you don't expect rough treatment, face-mix might give better results over time. If you expect chips and scratches from hard objects, through-mix is probably the best choice.