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When many homeowners think of pavers, they think of concrete stone pavers laid in sand. Clay brick is a close second in terms of the look most people want in their outdoor living spaces when they consider such a project. The good thing is that every material of paver is super durable and rated to last a long time.

Yes, flagstone is more expensive than pavers, but natural stone lasts longer and has a unique aesthetic appeal that pavers can't match. It is important to make the distinction that flagstone can be different from flagstone pavers. Some pavers are flagstone pavers, and some are not. Flagstone can be uniformly cut and set like pavers or retain the stone’s original shape.

One of the best cleaning solutions for pavers is your standard dish soap and water. Dish soap is gentle yet effective at cleaning light stains off the surface of your pavers without compromising the appearance, protective layer, or structure of the pavers. 

On average, concrete costs less than pavers for the same project. Standard broom-finished concrete costs from $2 to $15 per square foot. Stamped concrete costs between $8 to $28 per square foot. On the other hand, pavers cost from $8 to $50 per square foot. For any of these materials, the cost depends on which concrete finish or paver you choose. Keep in mind that the layout complexity, amount of site preparation, and location factor into the cost, too.