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Landscaping with Pavers and Stones .....?

My house project for the year is to do something with the large front and back yards. I was going to use pavers and some stones in the decorating but was told that this will increase the heat during spring/summer inside my home as the pavers/stones will act like ovens. Is this true??

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  • Anonymous
    9 years ago
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    Stones do hold heat pretty well. If the paving stones are exposed to the sun then yes they will heat up and hold the heat.

    As Chris suggested go for a paving stone that is light in color as this won't absorb as much heat as dark colors.

    If you need to know how to lay paving stones then take a look at this guide - http://www.hometipster.com/DIY/how_to_lay_paving_s...

    Hope this helps

    Source(s): http://hometipster.com/ DIY & Gardening How To Guides & Videos
  • Anonymous
    9 years ago

    They could have an impact so consider light colored stones. But also consider where the stones are located. If they are not too close to the house then don't worry about radiated heat. Also, think about how much sun they get if any and consider what time of day they receive the sun. Late afternoon, evening or morning sun might not have much affect. Direct sun in the afternoon will. Lastly think about where the sun will hit them in relation to the time of year. Direct summer sun if not shaded by trees will have an impact but Winter sun when the trees have no leaves might be a good idea.

  • 9 years ago

    Yes and sort of no.

    If lighter colored pavers are used than the heat absorption is minimal, like the difference between walking bare-foot on concrete versus tarmac.

    Source(s): Lic.Gen.Contr.
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