Con: Paver Patios Grow Weeds Over Time They have a lot of joints that are filled with sand when first installed. Over time the sand can wash out and needs to be replenished and maintained. If the joints are not topped off with sand, other debris and weed seeds will work their way in instead.

Concrete pavers can be porous While concrete pavers aren't as porous as many types of natural stone, they are still porous to a degree. If you don't seal your concrete pavers you may find that they stain easily. Ensure that you are making the effort to clean up stains immediately to avoid them becoming permanent.

Plant Between Pavers An assortment of sedum, thyme and dwarf mondo grass populates the negative space between bluestones on this Charleston patio. Planting creeping groundcover in the gaps between pavers or steppingstones softens hard edges and offers up a more enlivened landscape.