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Paving Cost Guides & Tips for Melbourne Homeowners

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Travertine French pattern patio by Antonio PrimeScape Construction

Bluestone vs Travertine Paving in Melbourne

They're the two most popular natural stones for Melbourne patios, paths and pool surrounds.

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Limestone crazy paving courtyard by Antonio PrimeScape Construction

Crazy Paving Cost in Melbourne (2026 Guide)

Crazy paving — irregular stone pieces fitted together like a jigsaw — gives courtyards and garden paths a natural, handmade look.

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Travertine alfresco area by Antonio PrimeScape Construction

Decking vs Paving for Melbourne Homes

Planning a new outdoor area and stuck between a deck and paving? Here's an honest comparison of cost, lifespan, upkeep and comfort in Melbourne's climate.

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Travertine entertaining area by Antonio PrimeScape Construction

Travertine vs Porcelain for Pool Surrounds in Melbourne

Both are premium, both look great around a pool, and both cost about the same laid.

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Bluestone paver pathway laid by Antonio PrimeScape Construction

Bluestone Paving Cost in Melbourne (2026 Guide)

Bluestone is Melbourne's signature paving stone.

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Compacted crushed-rock base before laying pavers

Why Pavers Sink — and How to Fix Them

Sunken pavers are one of the most common problems we see across Melbourne.

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Charcoal herringbone paver path laid by Antonio PrimeScape Construction

Best Pavers for Clay Soil in Melbourne's East

From Glen Waverley to Box Hill and Doncaster, most of Melbourne's east sits on reactive clay.

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Long paved driveway with a charcoal border

Driveway Cost Melbourne 2026 — Concrete, Brick, Bluestone & Permeable Compared

Every driveway material side by side, real $/m² pricing, plus what actually holds up in Melbourne's clay soils and wet winters.

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Recycled red brick courtyard paved around established trees

Paving Cost Melbourne 2026 — Complete Price Guide per m²

Brick $150/m², bluestone $190/m², driveways $140/m², pool $200/m² — every paving material compared in one guide.

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Charcoal brick pavers laid in herringbone

Brick Paving Cost Melbourne 2026

Brick paving $150–$250/m² laid — materials, labour and base work broken down.

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Brick herringbone patio paving

Brick vs Concrete Driveway Melbourne

Cost, durability and maintenance compared side by side — make the right call for your driveway.

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Concrete paver path, Dandenong

Concrete vs Pavers Melbourne — Real Cost Comparison

Real prices per m², 15-year total cost of ownership, and the pros and cons of each option.

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Timber sleeper retaining wall above new brick paving

Retaining Walls Melbourne Cost — Timber to Bluestone

Timber $275/LM, concrete $385–$660/LM, bluestone $550–$990/LM — what drives the price.

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Bluestone crazy paving side path at a Melbourne home

Best Suburbs for Paving in Melbourne

Glen Waverley, Mount Waverley, Clayton and more — local tips and what to expect suburb by suburb.

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Antonio completed our bluestone paving in Hampton and the result is outstanding. The levels, drainage and finishing details are flawless. Highly recommended for high-end paving.
Karlo Juric — HamptonBluestone paving
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We had a fairly complicated drainage issue on the site, but Antonio came up with a solution and executed it perfectly. The workmanship was top quality, and there were no unexpected surprises along the way.
Richard Clifton — OakleighPaving & drainage
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Antonio runs a very professional small business. Friendly, punctual and hard working. Built 2 retaining walls and remodelled our driveway paving. Would use Antonio's service again.
Andrea Frier — Glen WaverleyRetaining walls & driveway paving
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Antonio and his colleague did a great job with our backyard brick laying. Easy to deal with, on time and professional.
Aakash — Glen IrisBackyard brick paving
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Antonio just completed some brick paving alongside our front fence. The paving looks fabulous and was completed in 2 days. He was reliable and the work was completed to a high standard.
Carmel Heaney — SpringvaleBrick paving
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Antonio cleared out our small backyard, laid some pavers and built a step around our existing deck. He was quick to respond, well priced, and was happy to change and vary the scope of works as needed.
Laura De Rango — BlackburnBackyard pavers & step
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