White Concrete Pavers

Why choose white concrete pavers?

Few materials lift an exterior quite like white concrete pavers. The light tone reflects natural daylight, visually enlarging patios and terraces while keeping surfaces cooler underfoot on hot summer days. Unlike natural limestone, concrete offers consistent colour, precise sizing and a competitive price-point, making it popular for both residential courtyards and high-traffic commercial plazas across New Zealand.

Concrete’s compressive strength (typically 40 MPa and above) means you can specify thinner profiles without sacrificing durability. When sealed correctly, today’s pigments stay vibrant for decades, giving you the minimalist look of white stone without the maintenance headaches.

Specification checklist

• Finish & texture: Choose between honed, brushed or shot-blasted textures. Aim for a wet-pendulum slip rating of P4 or higher to comply with NZ Building Code D1/AS1.
• Size & thickness: 400×400 mm slabs at 40 mm thick suit pedestrian areas; driveways may need 60 mm blocks or brick pavers for higher load distribution.
• Sealing & colourfastness: A penetrating sealer with UV blockers prevents the common issue of white concrete pavers losing colour or yellowing over time.
• Drainage: If your site is prone to pooling, consider the permeable options within our permeable paver range to meet council storm-water targets.
• Edge profiles: For pools, match pavers with purpose-made pool copings to achieve a continuous aesthetic and comply with safety standards.

Design ideas for Kiwi projects

1. Pool surrounds

White concrete keeps the pool deck cool, while a slip-resistant finish provides sure footing. Pair with timber decking or porcelain feature tiles for contrast.

2. Outdoor rooms & patios

Large-format 600×600 mm pavers laid on a hidden pedestal system visually extend indoor flooring, creating a seamless flow between kitchen and terrace. For a warmer palette, mix in buff-coloured stone pavers as feature borders.

3. Driveways

Interlocking shapes such as herringbone blocks distribute vehicular loads effectively. Consider contrasting borders in charcoal to visually frame the white surface and hide tyre marks.

Installation: DIY, pro install or making your own?

Skilled homeowners often ask about white concrete pavers how to make themselves. While small DIY mould kits exist, achieving uniform whiteness requires controlled batching, premium oxide pigments and precise curing—steps best handled by professional manufacturers. For most projects, you’ll save time and avoid costly colour mismatches by sourcing factory-made units through ArchiPro’s vetted suppliers.

If laying pavers yourself, prepare a 100 mm compacted GAP20 base over geotextile fabric, topped with 30 mm of washed sand. Lightly pre-seal the pavers before installation to protect the surface during grouting. For heavy-duty areas, specify a reinforced concrete slab with thin-set adhesive instead of sand bedding.

Maintenance & troubleshooting

• Cleaning: A pH-neutral cleaner and soft broom remove tannin stains without etching the surface.
• Re-sealing: Expect to re-seal every 3–5 years in high-UV regions to keep the colour crisp.
• If pavers lose colour: Fading often stems from inadequate sealing or aggressive acid washing. Strip any failed coating, allow pavers to dry fully, then apply a high-quality breathable sealer with UV absorbers.
• Repairs: Keep 5 % spare pavers from the original batch so any future replacements match perfectly.

Cost guide

Expect to pay NZ$80–NZ$140 per m² for premium factory-sealed pavers, with installation adding NZ$60–NZ$100 per m² depending on ground conditions. Complex layouts, pedestal systems or integration with porcelain pavers will push costs higher.

Next steps

Ready to refine your outdoor space? Browse the full Outdoor Tiles and Pavers category for inspiration or jump into our curated selection of white concrete products. Compare specifications side-by-side, chat with suppliers and request obligation-free quotes—all in one place.