Overview

ABC paving bricks are natural clay stones designed for durable, aesthetically pleasing outdoor surfaces such as urban spaces, gardens, terraces, and entrances. Their small-scale format fosters a natural, inviting atmosphere that harmonizes nature with modern architecture.

Material and Manufacturing

Manufactured from iron-rich regional shale clays, the bricks are fired at approximately 1050°C to achieve a hard, sintered state with minimal water absorption. This process ensures weather and frost resistance while producing subtle color variations that enhance both durability and visual appeal.

Design and Color Variations

The product range includes diverse color series such as Gotland (blue-brown), Luna (lava gray), Atlantis (anthracite-silver gray), and many others, supporting a wide spectrum of architectural and landscaping designs. Colors range from lively and warm to subtle earth tones, enabling tailored aesthetic solutions.

Applications and Architectural Integration

ABC paving bricks create structured outdoor spaces like pathways, plazas, and garden areas, linking nature and architecture. Their natural colors and textures promote harmony between buildings and surroundings, suitable for both private and public urban environments.

Specialized Products

• Grass-Permeable Bricks (Rasenlochklinker): Allow 30-45% water infiltration, ideal for driveways, parking, and tree root zones. Installation requires specific gravel and bedding materials.
• Aqua-Transit Paving Bricks: Facilitate open water infiltration while maintaining a firm surface, supporting sustainability and potential public funding.
• Lawn Edging Bricks (Rasenmähkanten): Designed for easy lawn mowing and garden separation, available in shapes for straight or curved layouts.

Formats and Installation

Available in multiple formats and thicknesses, including:

• Riegel (strip) format: 200x78 mm to 292x71 mm, thickness 52-62 mm
• Rectangle format: 200x100 mm to 300x150 mm, thickness 45-80 mm
• Square format: 200x200 mm, thickness 52-62 mm
• Small paving bricks without chamfers for detailed patterns

Special form stones such as gutter bricks, curb bricks, and bishop's hat shapes support edge and drainage solutions. Some formats feature integrated spacing lugs to ensure consistent joint widths and protect edges during installation.

Installation Patterns

Recommended laying patterns include stretcher bond, block and parquet bond, herringbone, elbow bond, and mixed patterns, enabling creative and functional surface designs.

Machine Installation and Accessories

For large-scale projects like parking lots and public spaces, machine installation is advised. The bricks’ high dimensional accuracy facilitates efficient mechanized laying. Accessories such as conical spacers and mini-chamfers protect edges and accelerate installation.

Environmental and Functional Benefits

ABC paving bricks offer ecological advantages combined with long-term functionality. Permeability options support sustainable water management, and the natural material ages gracefully, enhancing outdoor aesthetics over time.

Key Specifications

• Firing temperature: ~1050°C for durability and frost resistance
• Water permeability: Up to 45% with grass-permeable bricks
• Formats: Multiple sizes from small mosaics to large slabs
• Thickness: 45 mm to 80 mm depending on format
• Color range: Extensive, including natural earth tones and vibrant blends
• Installation: Manual or machine with spacing lugs and chamfers
• Special forms: Curbs, gutters, edging stones

Recommendations and Best Practices

• Use bedding and joint materials appropriate to brick size and application
• Ensure proper sub-base preparation for load-bearing and drainage
• Select permeable bricks for areas requiring water infiltration
• Combine colors and patterns to enhance architectural harmony
• Utilize machine installation for large projects to improve efficiency and precision

Product Range and Color Variants

ABC paving bricks come in numerous color nuances and finishes, including midnight blue, Malmo, Ember, Carbo, Heide bunt (multicolored), autumn leaf light, leather nuanced, antique, opal blue flamed, brown nuanced, red nuanced, anthracite silver gray, blue anthracite, and other special colors available on request, especially for large orders or specific projects.

Format Overview

Standard sizes include:

• 200 x 100 x 45 mm up to 200 x 100 x 71 mm
• 240 x 118 x 52 mm up to 240 x 118 x 71 mm
• 200 x 150 x 45 mm up to 200 x 150 x 62 mm
• 300 x 150 x 62 mm
• 200 x 200 x 52 mm and 62 mm thickness
• Special formats such as Bordklinker, Rinnenklinker, and small paving bricks without chamfer
• Lawn edging bricks in various sizes

Formats are designed to meet diverse construction and landscaping needs.

Technical Specifications and Standards

• Compliance with DIN EN 1344 and DIN 18503 standards
• Water absorption: ≤ 6%, typically 2%
• Bending strength: Class T4 (highest)
• Abrasion resistance: Class A3 (highest)
• Slip resistance: Class U3 (highest)
• Dimensional tolerance: Class R1
• Frost-thaw resistance: Class FP100 (passed highest test)
• Acid resistance: Class C

These parameters ensure durability, safety, and longevity under various environmental conditions.

Quality Assurance and Packaging

• Internal self-monitoring and external third-party quality control
• Certification by Güteschutz Ziegel e.V. (Quality Protection for Bricks)
• Packaging on returnable pallets wrapped in shrink film for transport and storage protection

Durability and Resistance

• Highly resistant to color fading, frost, heat, de-icing salts, alkalis, acids
• Repellent to oil and gasoline stains
• Quality seal guarantees suitability for demanding outdoor applications

Manufacturer and Contact Information

• ABC-Klinkergruppe, Grüner Weg 8, D-49509 Recke, Germany
• Phone: +49 5453 93330
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.abc-klinker.de
• Production sites: Hörstel, Schüttorf, Recke, Natrup-Hagen (Germany)

Summary

This document provides a comprehensive technical and product overview of ABC paving bricks, emphasizing their wide color and format range, strict quality and durability standards, and availability for custom orders. Engineered for high performance in construction and landscaping, these bricks combine natural materials with advanced manufacturing and installation techniques to deliver sustainable, durable, and visually appealing outdoor surfaces.