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Introducing the Reclaimed Brick collection..

Discover the timeless allure of Island Block & Paving's Reclaimed Brick range, where each brick tells a story of history and character. Manufactured in Australia with 40% recycled content, the Reclaimed Brick collection embodies sustainability without compromising on quality or aesthetics. These bricks are not just a nod to the past; [...]

By |2024-03-27T01:41:35+00:00March 27th, 2024|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Introducing the Reclaimed Brick collection..

Sustainable Bricks from Island Block & Paving

Building a Sustainable Future with Island Block & Paving's Bricks for the Future Range In the age of climate change and environmental consciousness, the construction industry is at a pivotal moment to embrace sustainability. Island Block & Paving's Bricks for the Future range offers not just bricks but a promise of [...]

By |2024-03-20T02:14:11+00:00March 20th, 2024|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Sustainable Bricks from Island Block & Paving

Djerring Flemington Hub

Island Block & Paving’s sustainable bricks, blocks and pavers were selected for the high-profile Djerring Flemington Community Hub at Debneys Park, Melbourne. The recently completed project was designed by Architects Croxon Ramsay with construction by McCorkell Construction for the Moonee Valley Council. The new community hub was designed to achieve a [...]

By |2023-11-15T00:40:49+00:00November 15th, 2023|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Djerring Flemington Hub

September 2023 Sustainable Update

With sustainable bricks, blocks and pavers, actions speak louder than words…. "It’s easy being green” with Sustainable Products for the Future. In these days of greenwashing regarding sustainability credentials, Island Block & Paving is committed to being transparent with designers with our commitments and outcomes.  Island Block & Paving are Australia’s [...]

By |2023-10-31T06:30:28+00:00September 20th, 2023|Uncategorized|Comments Off on September 2023 Sustainable Update

How to Prevent Efflorescence in Masonry

“Efflorescence’ is the term most used to describe the deposit of crusty white mineral salts that appear on a masonry surface (concrete, render, brick or mortar) that have leached out from within the substrate when moisture migrates through it. Efflorescence in masonry appears as white alkaline salts on the surface and [...]

By |2023-05-17T01:08:16+00:00February 28th, 2023|Uncategorized|Comments Off on How to Prevent Efflorescence in Masonry

Korongee Dementia Village

The Korongee Dementia Village was completed back in 2020 with the project using over 250,000 bricks in a variety of colours from our Bricks for the Future range including Pearl ECO, Walnut ECO, Graphite and Dune. Architect: ThomsonAdsett Melbourne Builder: Fairbrother Bricklayer: Crossin Bricklaying   The first of its kind in [...]

By |2023-03-17T00:29:06+00:00February 27th, 2023|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Korongee Dementia Village

Global Greentag “Greenrate Level A” & Platinum Health Rate Certification

Island Block & Paving has reaffirmed its position as Australia’s No.1 supplier of sustainable bricks, building blocks, retaining wall systems and pavers. We continue to lead our industry. This month we have achieved two of Global Green Tag’s highest-level certifications: Greentag GreenRate Level A certification and GreenTag (PHD) HealthRate Platinum certification. Global [...]

By |2023-03-17T00:30:49+00:00November 21st, 2022|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Global Greentag “Greenrate Level A” & Platinum Health Rate Certification

Island Block & Paving at Decor + Design Melbourne 2022

Island Block & Paving had the privilege of being asked to display our Sustainable Products for the Future range as a part of the Design Matters National "Sustainability Hub" at the 2022 Decor + Design Home Show. The 4 day event held at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre was a great way [...]

By |2024-01-03T16:53:25+00:00July 19th, 2022|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Island Block & Paving at Decor + Design Melbourne 2022

DID YOU KNOW? White Bricks from Island Block & Paving

Simple yet modern, white bricks in crisp, subtle tones are the perfect choice for your next brick project. Popular white colours like Pure White, Pearl ECO, Platinum ECO and Mist ECO offer contemporary, fresh white shades and are available in four exclusive textures including smooth, exposed, refined and polished finishes. Pearl [...]

By |2023-05-17T01:09:03+00:00June 28th, 2022|Uncategorized|Comments Off on DID YOU KNOW? White Bricks from Island Block & Paving

Hit & Miss Screen Walls

Masonry; in particular brickwork is a popular choice for builders & architects looking to bring a creative edge to their designs whilst also creating strong structures. There are now more & more creative ways to lay bricks especially including the Hit & Miss walling pattern. Two recent projects we have been [...]

By |2023-10-24T09:47:52+00:00September 9th, 2021|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Hit & Miss Screen Walls