Clay Brick Pavers
A question we hear often is whether brick will look dated. It will not if you choose the tone with care. Modern clay pavers come in a wide range of colors beyond traditional red, so you can lean warm and rustic or cool and contemporary, and match the surface to your roof, trim, and landscaping.
JI Masonry Solutions LLC specializes in custom brick paver work that looks good, works well, and lasts. With more than 30 years of experience and a strong presence across the Tampa Bay area, we handle the design, the base, and the installation ourselves.
Clay Brick vs. Concrete Pavers
People often ask how brick pavers differ from concrete ones, because they look alike at a glance. Clay brick is fired from clay, and the color tends to run through the unit, so it holds its tone well in the sun. Concrete pavers are molded from concrete and come in a wider range of shapes and sizes.Neither one is better in every situation. Brick is the choice when you want a classic, warm surface that ages gracefully, and concrete is the choice when you want more pattern and color options. Looking at both next to your house is the easiest way to decide.
Brick on Patios, Paths, and Driveway Borders
Brick suits patios, garden paths, walkways, pool decks, and driveways, and it is a good fit for large areas where you want a consistent look from end to end. It is also a natural choice for borders and edging, including along a driveway or around a planting bed.Brick feels right on older homes around St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and Seminole, where brick and stucco have long been part of the neighborhood, and it pairs just as well with newer homes in Trinity and Land O Lakes when the tone fits the trim and roof.
Matching Brick to Your Home
The easiest way to choose a brick tone is to look at what is already on the house. Warm reds and browns suit stucco in earth tones and clay roof tiles, while greys and charcoals pair well with white or blue-grey exteriors. A contrasting border or soldier course along the edge gives the surface a finished look.We recommend viewing samples outdoors at the time of day you will use the space, since brick color shifts between morning light and late afternoon.
Sweeping, Washing, and Sealing Brick
Brick is low maintenance. Occasional sweeping and pressure washing keep the surface looking clean, and seal-coating can improve resistance to stains and wear. In shaded corners, algae can build up, which is normal in Florida and is easy to clean.If a brick ever cracks or stains, it can be replaced individually, since each paver is a separate unit. Our paver sealing, repair & restoration page covers cleaning, sealing, and repair.
How Brick Is Set So It Stays Tight
Brick pavers are installed on a compacted base with a sand setting bed, and the edges are restrained so the surface stays tight. The preparation is the part that determines how the surface looks years from now, so that is where we spend our time.If you are unsure which brick style or layout fits your project, we will help you sort it out before any work begins.