Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
Are precast concrete blocks of varying sizes and thicknesses. In Kenya, all
concrete blocks are made to comply with KS02-827 and carry the KBS
The cost of Cabro Paving in Kenya ranges from Kshs. 800 to Kshs 1200 per
square meter, depending on the region, and quality of finish. It averages Kshs.
950 in Nairobi.
Advantages
Inexpensive where natural stones are readily
available
Long lasting
Disadvantages
Expensive where natural stones are not
readily available
Dimensional problems, hence difficulty in
laying
Disadvantages
Prone to mosses
Size tolerance is quite variable due to firing process
Mostly square or rectangular
Hard to cut
Asphalt/Macadam Paving
Advantages
Low initial cost compared to concrete
paving
Flexible
Disadvantages
High maintenance cost
Susceptible to weather changes;
cracking